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The Human immunodeficiency Virus or HIV as it is popularly known, is the virus
that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). HIV causes a person’s
immune system to weaken dramatically. The immune system is the body’s
defense mechanism against all forms of infection and undesirable intrusions.
When HIV attacks the body’s immune system, the body becomes more prone
to infection. These infections are oftentimes called “opportunistic”
infections since the take the “opportunity” of infecting the body at its
weak state. Once infection has taken place, illnesses can occur. Some
of these illnesses can be arrested by a healthy immune system. However, a
considerably weakened immune system will not be able to fight the infection.

Having HIV does not mean that one has AIDS. The HIV weakens the immune system
but AIDS sets in when infections have already take place. AIDS thus
consists of the weakened immune system and the infections that have affected
the body to a great extent.

Individuals who are affected with HIV may not know it. The virus can remain
dormant for weeks, months or even years. Once the virus multiplies, the body
may not even detect it. It may take time for the body’s immune system
to respond to the virus. HIV can progress to AIDS when: an HIV-infected
individual’s CD4 T cell count drops below 200 cells/mm; an HIV-infected
individual develops an illness that is very unusual in someone who is not
HIV-positive .

The HIV cannot reproduce outside a living host, nor can it survive well in
the environment. HIV cannot be transmitted with handshakes, breaths, or
sharing clothes. There is no evidence that insects can be carriers or
transmitters of HIV.

HIV is transmitted via blood transfusion. There are many ways wherein blood
may be transfused from one individual to another. One example is blood
donation. The other common example is through sexual intercourse, especially
when there are open wounds within the genitals or genital area.

An individual can lessen the chances of acquiring HIV by being careful in
matters that relate to the occasions when blood can be transferred from
one individual to the other.

At present, researchers are still very active in researching on the cures or
alleviations for HIV. Since HIV attacks the immune system, it is important to
take vitamins and minerals that strengthen the immune system. These vitamins
include vitamin A, the B-complex vitamins, and vitamin C. University studies have found that colloidal silver can kill the HIV virus in a petry dish but don’t know if it will work in humans

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that contributes to the health of the immune system.
Zinc increases the reproduction of infection-fighting T-cells. Selenium
increases the production of natural killer cells and mobilizes cells to fight
complications that may be arise from HIV.

1. What’ll we do with a drunken sailor (x3)
Earl-aye in the morning?
Chorus:
Way hay and up she rises (x3)
Earl-aye in the morning
2. Put him in the long boat till he’s sober (x3)
Earl-aye in the morning? (Chorus)
3. Keep him there and make ‘im bale ‘er (x3)
Earl-aye in the morning? (Chorus)
4. Shave his belly with a rusty razor (x3)
Earl-aye in the morning? (Chorus)
5. That’s what we do with a drunken sailor (x3)
Earl-aye in the morning? (Chorus)

During the Vietnam War this could have been my theme song. The ship would sail for three months at a time up-and-down the coast of Vietnam, then go to a port for rest and relaxation, which meant pulling the plug and letting the crew loose.

Now, 40 years later, it’s all a haze and I’m just happy to have lived through it. I hear the old English sea shanty and the words resonate with me. There are so many other verses in this traditional sea going song, some more colorful than others.

Alcohol at sea is nothing new, as U.S. warships in the 1700′s and 1800′s routinely carried large quantities of rum. That is no longer the case, but alcohol abuse remains a concern.

Focusing our attention on the U.S. Army for a moment, a while back I was ready a story by Gregg Zoroya in USA Today about the Army and how the rate of soldiers enrolling in alcohol treatment programs has doubled since 2003. Of course there is a correlation between the rise in alcohol abuse and the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts.

According to the article, the reports from counselors diagnosing alcoholism or alcohol abuse, such as binge drinking, has risen from 6.1 per 1000 soldiers in 2003, to about 11.4 per 1000 soldiers in early 2009. The article also stated that there was an increase of 12% in Marines who tested positive between 2005-2008 for drug and alcohol abuse.

That is an alarming statistic, and U.S. military leaders are not unaware of the situation. Admiral Michael Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told USA Today, “I’m sure there are many factors for the rising numbers…but I can’t believe the stress our people are under after eight years of combat isn’t taking a toll.”

Alcohol abuse is a major method of dealing with stress for millions of people, who are just trying to deal with everyday life. Add to that the pressure of combat, being away from family for long deployments, the riggers of military life in a war zone and it’s understandable that the military has a serious issue to deal with. They know that alcohol is easily abused and can be the solution for many men and women. Moreover, the military also understands that they must reduce the strain, by reducing the number of deployed troops.

The article stated that the military issued a directive to commanders “urging” them to have soldiers who test positive placed into treatment programs. The directive also said that, if necessary, some soldiers might need to be punished under Army regulations. The problem is, soldiers who failed the test may slip through the cracks and receive to treatment. If their disease has progressed, they may just be discharged and given no opportunity to be a part of a therapeutic community and move into recovery. That is an unfortunate reality. Even with the increased awareness of the military leadership over alcohol-related issues, enrollment in treatment programs between 2003 and the present have only risen by half a percent.

The article also pointed out that personnel may not be allowed to go into treatment because of the need to keep the numbers up for combat deployments. Meanwhile, the numbers of related health issues, most notably suicides, has reached record numbers. Call it an inconvenient truth, but the U.S. military has work to do in taking care of its own. Just like the civilian world, it is much easier to ignore the problem, or punish those with the disease, than it is to really make an effort to bring people into treatment and help them regain their lives.

Give the military credit for being aware of the growing problem and give them encouragement to follow up on plans to treat personnel for the disease, with the goal of retaining them as members of the armed forces. But if the whole plan is an empty promise, then about the only thing you can do with a drunken sailor is to “put ‘im in the long boat til he’s sober.”

If you are looking for a way to treat your cancer in a gentle, non-evasive way, then you really need to try Pau d’arco tea. This tea works wonders on not only cancer, but many other diseases as well. It works to build up the immune system compared to when you take chemo treatments, your immune system takes a beating. I am sure your doctor has told you not to get a cold.

I do have to say that while it works very well, it tastes really bad, kind of like drinking dirt mixed with water.

It works to shrink tumors, works against aids, HIV and cancer and much more.

Pau d’Arco not only helps the body recover, but additionally, its compounds such as lapacho fight against the cause of many ailments.

Pau d’Arco is a known treatment for:

candida and other fungus
viruses such as polio and influenza
diabetes
arthritis
parasites
bacteria
cancer
liver
fever
venereal and rheumatic disorders
skin disorders such as eczema
herpes and the mange, and more.

Pau d’Arco is an ancient herb, used for centuries to treat ailments of many varieties, and to promote general health. The herb was popular amongst the ancient Incas, Aztecs, Indio tribes of Brazil and natives of South American rain forests, and was used as a cure for diseases and a tonic for strength and overall well-being. Pau d’arco has helped toothaches, backaches and all kinds of diseases.

Don’t overlook the power of this Pau d’arco, do some research on it, you will discover the wonderful benefits of this great tea.

Pau d’arco may be purchased in teas, capsules, tablets, salves, liquid extracts, and powder. It is commonly known under many other names, such as lapacho, and taheebo tea.

Find a good source for it. It is found in health food stores and online.

Chemotherapy treatment is used to treat cancer and chemotherapy drug prevents growth of cancer cells. These drugs are also used to treat non-cancerous conditions with lower doses. This treatment is generally used after surgery which helps to avoid reappearance of cancer.

Though it is true that chemotherapy is superior treatment, it also produces some side effects like nausea, hair loss, omitting, weight loss, mouth sores, menopause etc. These side effects are temporary but sometimes may change to permanent. Side effects can be cured by using other medicines along with chemotherapy drugs and these may end as the treatment ends.

Live, grow and die in predictable way is the normal process of cell growth. When cell divides and start forming more new cells without stopping the process, cancer occurs. Chemotherapy protocols involve the cells, which destroy the cancerous cells by avoiding them from multiplying and thus it can control the cancer growth.

Chemotherapy may affect the healthy cells, which cause to lower count in blood cells. Chemotherapy protocols struggle to maximize the removal of cancer cells and minimize the negative effects on the normal and healthy cells.

Now days many developments are done for providing the chemotherapy protocols in a successful way. These developed chemotherapy protocols helps to identify exact type of cancer, the patient is suffering from. Still it is needed to work for getting better chemotherapy treatment.

The pediatric oncology group (POG) is national oncology group, which develop specific protocols. Protocols are very useful to select appropriate drugs, routes, doses and also help to choose the order of chemotherapy medications. Protocols provide information about estimation and other clinical involvements.

All this information is useful while going through the chemotherapy administration. The protocols can be used with reference to clinical personal caring for patient. The standardized approach of protocols are helpful to remove many errors that may be dangerous with chemotherapy.

Insomnia is your inability to sleep for long. Sleeplessness or Insomnia is caused by several reasons. Sometimes it is a symptom of some other serious health issue like depression. Though feeling sleepless once in a while is quite normal, you must take it seriously if it happens too frequently.

When you are not able to sleep properly at night, you will not feel energetic during the day. Often you feel sleepy but you are actually unable to sleep. If you are suffering from insomnia; the quality of your sleep will also be very poor.

There could be various reasons of this health condition which can be treated as per individual’s needs and health history. Following are some tips that work well for treating insomnia naturally.

o Though air conditioning is good for comfort, we must make it a point to take in fresh air as much as possible. Let your bedroom receive some fresh air which works wonders for repelling germs and other toxins.

o Schedule your sleep timings. Even if you are working night shifts; try to go to sleep at the same time every day. If you have difficulty sleeping at night; do not sleep during day time.

o Breathe properly. Often we do not take deep breaths therefore fresh air does not reach our lungs properly. You can take deep breath anytime of the day. Make sure you take deep breaths for at least 10 minutes every day. The best time to do this exercise is early in the morning. It works wonders of improving your sleep patterns.

o Think positive. Depression is one of the major causes of sleeplessness. Even if you are depressed because of any reason; try to keep your mind off the worries and anxieties. Meditation helps a lot in controlling your thoughts. You can try simple meditation techniques.

o Diet also plays an important role in causing insomnia. Stay away from caffeinated drinks as much as possible. Increase your intake of magnesium lack of which is known to cause sleeplessness.

o Do not take sleeping pills which are often addictive in nature. Take expert medical advice before taking any chemical based products. Some herbal products are known to work wonders for curing insomnia without causing any addictions. Natural products do not cause any side effects and are not addictive in nature. Some of the best herbal products are available online. Spend enough time to find a reliable product before you spend your money.

Diabetes is a disease that affects the body natural ability to change carbohydrates and sugars into energy. There is no known cause for the onset of diabetes. However, there are certain factors that place a person at higher risk of contracting diabetes.

The risk factors of diabetes can include:

A family history of diabetes Obesity Poor diet Physical inactivity
Different Types/Different Causes of Diabetes



There are three main types of diabetes -type-1, type-2, and gestational. Type-1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease and most often affects children and young adults. An autoimmune disease is one in which the body ability to fight infections is decreased causing the body to attack its own cells. In type-1 diabetes, the body often attacks the beta cells in the pancreas -the cells that produce insulin in the body. The main diabetes causes of type-1 diabetes are:

Infections with specific bacteria or viruses Food-borne chemical toxins Cows milk -an unidentified component in cow milk can trigger an autoimmune reaction in the body. Young infants who are given cow milk have a higher risk of contracting type-1 diabetes.

The main diabetes causes of type-2 diabetes are:

Increasing age Obesity Physical inactivity Poor diet The main diabetes causes of gestational diabetes are: Hormones produced during pregnancy blocking actions of insulin Mother body can’t produce enough insulin
Common Causes of Diabetes



There are some common diabetes causes that include genetic causes as well as environmental causes. The risk of diabetes is higher if there is a family history of diabetes. Environmental factors that can lead to the onset of diabetes include poor diet, lack of exercise, obesity, and stress. Diabetes is a disease that can be prevented -or controlled once a diagnosis has been made.

Prevention and Control in Diabetes

While the symptoms of diabetes are not life threatening, diabetes can lead to other more serious diseases and illnesses. People who have been diagnosed with diabetes are at a higher risk of diseases and illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, neuropathy and nerve damage, foot conditions, and blindness. It is extremely important to control your diabetes in order to avoid the onset of these more serious and sometimes life-threatening illnesses.

There are medications that can be used in the control of diabetes, as well as many natural remedies. However, the single most important aspect of a diabetic management plan is a healthy diet and exercise. A healthy diet should consist of fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, carbohydrates in healthy portions, Omega-3 fatty acids, proteins in healthy portions, and fiber. A healthy diet not only helps your overall health, but also can be a major factor in offsetting the symptoms of diabetes. The longer you can prevent the symptoms of diabetes, the longer you can decrease the risks of more serious illnesses associated with diabetes.

A regular exercise routine is also an important factor in the prevention and management of diabetes. All parts of your body are designed to work together in order to sustain life. By keeping your muscles toned and your blood flowing correctly, you can help your body to fight off infections and your body will be able to help in managing the symptoms of many illnesses. Strong muscles in the abdomen are essential for helping your digestive system work normally.

A Long, Healthy Life

It is possible to live a long, healthy life. You can help ensure that your body will work properly for a long time by beginning a healthy diet and routing exercise program early in life. The old saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” has real meaning. By choosing to live a healthy lifestyle, you are choosing to consciously help your body fight of the symptoms of many illnesses and diseases. And, while some diseases are hereditary, such as diabetes, and you may still be at risk, by choosing to maintain a healthy lifestyle, you are helping your body become prepared to delay the onset of symptoms and to control the symptoms once they appear.