Venous Insufficiency (Varicose Veins)

December 31st, 2009
SVSChannel asked:


When most people hear the words vascular, they think of a very common affliction called varicose veins. Affecting more than 20 million Americans, varicose veins represents one form of chronic venous insufficiency over an entire spectrum of venous disease. This paper explores in more detail what is meant by the term chronic venous insufficiency.

Yahir

How do i start a fundraiser to support Autism?

December 31st, 2009
autism
Dustin S asked:


My sister is very interested in supporting Autism through the internet. How would she come to do this?

She would like to do it through facebook. Is there a way to start your own Autism website?

Suggestions?
-Dustin

Sadie

How strongly is sugar intake linked to the onset of diabetes, among people who are not overweight?

December 29th, 2009
diabetes
Eat Bananas asked:


and is there a figure for daily intake of sugar, above which there is a significantly higher chance of diabetes?

like, does it jump? or is your intake of sugar steadily correlated with the likelihood of you getting diabetes?

Desmond

The face of autism

December 26th, 2009
andwhatsnext asked:


Here’s the story — well, the first five years — in the life of Quinn: a wonderful, exuberant, mostly non-verbal boy with autism. You can see how the signs appeared over time, even before his diagnosis was made at 21 months. *** Teachers/schools/community service groups: You may use this video as part of autism awareness or positive educational training. No additional permission is required. (I can provide a higher-resolution version if needed.) * TO THE HATERS: Quinn did not watch TV for …

Anahi

Is it a good idea for someone with varicose veins to walk a lot?

December 25th, 2009
varicose veins
Kate asked:


I’ve had varicose veins for some time now. I’ve recently started going on long walks for exercise. The past few days, my veins have made my left leg feel very heavy and tingly. It’s never done that before. Should I stop going on the long walks? I’d hate to give it up.
Just a little bit more info: I’m still young (30), not very physically active except for the walking, I’m 6′ tall (I hide my weight well) and I’ve lost about 50 pounds this year. I have another 50-60 to go before I’m really skinny. *lol*

Varicose veins are hereditary. I got mine from my mom’s side of the family (they’re all skinny).

Marisol