Contracting cancer disease through alcohol

July 11, 2017

Contracting cancer disease through alcohol can be avoided simply by quitting alcohol consumption

Contracting cancer disease through alcohol: Types of cancer

Currently, there is a strong scientific association between alcohol drinking and several types of cancer. In its Report on Carcinogens, the National Toxicology Program of the US Department of Health and Human Services lists consumption of alcoholic beverages as a known human carcinogen. Available evidence indicates that, the more alcohol a person drinks, the higher his/her risk of contracting cancer disease. The effects are fatal when accounting for deaths resulting from the consumption of alcohol. Available statistics has estimated that in 2009 about 3.5% of cancer deaths in the United State, were alcohol related. That percentage represents about 19500 people dying from this scourge. Experts at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center under the able leadership of doctor Dalal Akoury while studying the formation of different types of cancer, established that there is an emerging pattern of alcohol consumption and developing cancer including the following types:

Contracting cancer disease through alcohol: Head and neck cancer

Alcohol consumption is a major risk factor for certain head and neck cancers, particularly cancers of the oral cavity (excluding the lips), pharynx (throat), and larynx (voice box). People who consume 50 or more grams of alcohol per day (approximately 3.5 or more drinks per day) have at least two to three times’ greater risk of developing these cancers than nondrinkers. The matter is even more complicated where the patient is also smoking thereby increasing the risk even much higher.

Esophageal cancer

The consumption of alcohol poses a major risk factor for a particular type of esophageal cancer commonly known as esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. Besides that, individuals who inherit a deficiency in an enzyme that metabolizes alcohol also have significantly increased risks of alcohol-related esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.

Liver cancer

Alcohol consumption is an independent risk factor for, and a primary cause of, liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma). (Chronic infection with hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus are the other major causes of liver cancer.)

Contracting cancer disease through alcohol: Breast cancer

Ideally, no study about types of cancer can be done without touching on the breast cancer which is one of the most discussed types of cancer globally. In our case study following more than 100 epidemiological studies whose objective was to find any link between alcohol consumption and breast cancer, it was established in most of these studies that breast cancer is closely linked to alcohol intake. A meta-analysis of more than half of these studies revealed that women who drunk more than 45 grams of alcohol daily (3 drinks) had 1.5 times the risk of developing breast cancer compared to nondrinkers. The risk of breast cancer was, however, higher across all levels of alcohol intake. That is to say for every 10 grams of alcohol consumed daily (slightly less than one drink), researchers observed a small (7 percent) increase in the risk of breast cancer.

This confirms that alcohol abuse is a serious threat to life as it introduces cancer into your life. You can have this prevented or corrected by seeking for immediate help from the experts at of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center by scheduling an appointment today and doctor Akoury will professionally and personally handle your condition.

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Forehead facial wrinkles

June 29, 2017

Forehead facial wrinkles do occur from various reasons but any damage created can be corrected professionally

Forehead facial wrinkles: Reviving your youthful appearance

Even though all of us wants to look youthful and avoid frowning faces with deep forehead facial wrinkles, our actions betrays this wish. Many people have subjected their skin to great dangers by exposing it to the skin and indulgence into drugs. How then do we keep a smooth forehead and generally the entire facial look? We spoke to doctor, Dalal Akoury over this interesting topic and with her professionalism, we want to help you get a wrinkled free forehead, face and generally the whole body. To start us off it is important to take note that wrinkles will remain wrinkles whether they appear on the forehead, face or any other part of the body. They are normally common for a number of reasons some of which may include the following:

Sun exposure
Genetic Aging
Common facial movements

The major causes of wrinkles are well known to all of us because we have contributed in forming them. And to eliminating them from the expert’s point of view, we will be looking primarily at the face and the forehead wrinkles. These are the most visible area of your face which automatically comes into immediate contact with the public and is particularly prone to wrinkle development and because of this many people often make attempts of hiding their wrinkled forehead either by wearing large hats or styling their hair to cover the forehead. The environment around us provides very many causes of wrinkles and the good news is that just as we have many causes there are also many ways to reduce and decrease the appearance of lines and wrinkles on your face. Reaching out for the experts’ advice at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center will be necessary and I will encourage you to seek professional input from doctor, Akoury at convenience.

Forehead facial wrinkles: Processes leading to wrinkles

Even small amounts of UV radiation trigger the processes that can cause wrinkles:

Sunlight damages collagen fibers (the major protein that gives structure to the skin). Sunlight also damages elastin, a protein in the skin that normally maintains the springiness and strength of tissue beneath the skin.
In response to this sun-induced elastin damage, the body produces large amounts of enzymes called metalloproteinase.
Some of these enzymes degrade (break down) collagen. The result is an uneven formation (matrix) of disorganized collagen fibers called solar scars. Repetition of this abnormal skin rebuilding causes wrinkles.
An important event in this process is the over-production of oxidants, also called free radicals. Excessive amounts of oxidants damage the body’s cells and even alter their genetic material. Oxidation may contribute to wrinkling by activating the specific metalloproteinase that degrade connective tissue.

In addition to sunlight, other factors may hasten the formation of wrinkles for example:

Cigarette Smoking – Smoking produces oxygen-free radicals, which accelerate wrinkles and aging skin disorders, and increase the risk for non-melanoma skin cancers. Studies also suggest that smoking and subsequent oxidation produce higher levels of metalloproteinase, the enzymes associated with wrinkles.
Air Pollution – Ozone, a common air pollutant, may be a particular problem for the skin, and deplete an important antioxidant, Vitamin E.

Forehead facial wrinkles: Reviving your youthful appearance

Smokeless tobacco hazards

June 15, 2017

Smokeless tobacco hazards are also as dangerous as the normal cigarette

tobacco hazards: The dangers are the same to direct smoking

Comparing the different modes of administration of tobacco into the body does not make it friendlier to human health. Whether you smoke or chew or dip snuff, it is still tobacco and not something else. Both are loaded with nicotine which is highly addictive and health hazardous. As a matter of fact, smokeless tobacco hazards are real and risky to human health in all dimensions. Chewing or dipping are equally risky and are commonly associated with complications like cancer of the mouth, tooth roots decay, weak gums including white patches/red sores in the mouth which are likely to be cancerous in the long run. According to doctor Dalal Akoury MD, President and founder of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center, smokeless tobacco dangers are even worse than the normal cigarette smoking.

It is therefore important that timely action is taken to redeem the situation before it escalates into something more dangerous. The establishment of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center is to primarily make a difference in the lives of people, particularly those struggling with substance abuse including cigarette smoking as well as smokeless tobacco. With this establishment, smokeless tobacco dangers shouldn’t be a problem to you. We have a team of addiction experts under the leadership of Doctor Dalal Akoury who has been in this discipline for more than two decades now offering real-time solutions to substance abuse patients globally. She is currently practicing in Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 and can easily be reached on Telephone number 843 213 1480 for a one on one consultation.

Smokeless tobacco hazards: Other health problems associated with smokeless tobacco

Leukoplakia in the mouth. This is mostly affecting that part of the mouth where the chew or dip normally rest. If you are wondering, leukoplakia is a gray/white patch in the mouth of smokeless tobacco users. This condition can become cancerous if not corrected in good time. Even though these scores as they are commonly known are painless, they can easily cause cancer if not treated. The best treatment for leukoplakia is to stop using tobacco.

Tobacco also causes bad breath, stained teeth, and weak gum tissues. Regular use of tobacco increases the infections associated with gum diseases, cavities, scratching, bad breath and even loss of bones around the teeth. The danger of this is not any one cup of tea as it can cause the patient to lose all their teeth.

These, therefore, are not health condition to be given room to thrive in anyone’s life. Because nicotine is that addictive, people struggling with tobacco use whether smokeless or otherwise needs an immediate medical solution. That is why doctor Dalal Akoury and her team of experts are ever available waiting for you to schedule an appointment with them. Help is only a phone call away and the sooner you make that decision the better for you and your loved ones.

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Drug cravings coping strategies

June 13, 2017

Drug cravings coping strategies will help you say No when the persuasion from friends persist

Drug cravings coping strategies: A cognitive behavioral treatment approach

We have in the recent past been discussing a series of topics touching on the cognitive-behavioral approach to treating addiction and in particular cocaine addiction and techniques of coping with craving. We are not about to give it up because we understand the seriousness of the problem in our societies. This is a war we are determined to win and for that reason, we want to further the discussion by looking at the drug cravings coping strategies we can adopt in defeating this scourge. Doctor Dalal Akoury an addiction expert of several decades has been sharing with us very healthy information about a cognitive behavioral approach of treating addiction as being one of the best strategies in finding the lasting solution to cocaine addiction. She is going to progress from where we left in the previous article for us to have a better understanding of what is before us. She says that in coping with a craving for cocaine or any other substance, there are several strategies for doing so and some of those strategies may include the following.

Distraction
Talking about craving
Going with the craving
Recalling the negative consequences of cocaine abuse
Using self-talk

We appreciate that different professionals may have different view about this like for instance some therapists may wish to point out that these strategies may not stop craving completely, however at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center under the able leadership of doctor Dalal Akoury, we believe that with practice, recovering addicts will reduce the frequency and intensity of craving and make it less disturbing and frustrating when it occurs. It is therefore very prudent that we take a keen interest in adopting mechanisms that will enable us to cope successfully with a craving for cocaine and other drugs.

Drug cravings coping strategies: Entertainment and distractions

When under the influence of drugs, all that you will be thinking about is drugs because that is what keeps you going, without it, you will actually fall sick. In that case, it is only fair that you get distracted so that your mind can be engaged into other things. Professionally doctor Akoury can now confirm that this has been tested and found to be very helpful. It is therefore very necessary that you prepare a list of reliable distracting activities and with the help of your doctor in anticipation of future craving. Such activities might include taking a walk, playing basketball, and doing relaxation exercises. Preparation of such a list may reduce the likelihood that patients will use substances, particularly alcohol and marijuana, in ill-fated attempts to deal with craving. Leaving the situation and going somewhere safe is one of the most effective ways of dealing with craving when it occurs.

Remember that drug cravings negativity is obstacles you will always meet along the way in your recovery process. How you conduct yourself under these circumstances will matter a lot in your recovery process. It is therefore important that you keep close touch with experts from AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center to help you professionally along the way.

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Smoking termination aftereffects

May 31, 2017

Smoking termination aftereffects are real and devastating

Smoking termination aftereffects: Smoking poses health risks to any kind of surgery

There is a million reason why people should not even imagine contemplating smoking cigarette. It may be true that through treatment one is able to recover but the consequences of smoking termination aftereffects will always remain for a while. That is why timely quitting is important. And speaking to doctor Dalal Akoury MD President and founder of AWAREmed health and wellness resource center, smokers who are scheduled for surgery has an obligation of quitting as soon as possible for them to escape the scathing consequences of the problem at hand. The contents of cigarettes which include among other things nicotine and carbon monoxide are so destructive and will impact negatively by blocking the smooth blood flow to different parts of the body thereby impairing the healing process.

Smoking increases risk after colorectal procedures – According to the findings of a given study published last September in the Annals of Surgery Journal revealed that smoking boosts the risk of infection, pneumonia, blood clots and kidney failure after colorectal procedures.

Smoking makes cancer treatment less effective – Cancer is one of the most frustrating illness and cancer patients will confirm to you the agony they go through during treatment. Cigarette smoking is a serious threat to cancer treatment for varies reasons. Meaning that all cancer patients are highly discouraged to desist from smoking because it hinders their body from effectively cooperating with the treatment. It is also important to note that besides lowering their immune responses, experts have established that smoking can increase the risk of risk of heart and lung complications including problems related to general anesthesia.

Smoking termination aftereffects: Smoking impacts on the body even during less invasive surgeries

The best way of avoiding all these complications is not just stopping but choosing not to be lured into smoking in the first place. Those who do not smoke at all have less risk considering all the health complications that are associated with smoking. Doctor Akoury advise that if you are scheduled for any surgery regardless of whether it’s a major or minor surgery, the professional advice from experts at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center is that patients must endeavor to stop smoking way before the scheduled date of their procedure to ensure the success of the treatment. There is no two way about it any patient scheduled for surgery must quit smoking.

Continuation of smoking after surgery causes serious complications

Finally, in one of the studies, more than half of patients who continued to smoke after surgery developed complications compared with less than 20 percent of those who quit. Lighting up also increases the risk of death after surgery. Doctor Akoury parting short is that there’s no way in which tobacco use will help in easing the process of any medical treatment or procedure. With that in mind smokers who have health problems or are undergoing treatments MUST make the decision of quitting a priority. Otherwise, they could be facing serious, long-term consequences.

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