Mary Desroches

What Is Ovulation? Ovulation occurs when an egg is released from the woman’s ovary. The egg will then move to the fallopian tube in which it would meet a sperm and get fertilized. Ovulation is controlled by the hypothalamus, which...

Avoid Stereotypes Stereotypes may lead to unconscious bias or prejudice over time. Therefore, it is important for parents to help their children avoid applying the characteristics of a few people to the whole group. The key is to teach them...

Main Components of Blood Blood consists of the following four main components: - Plasma: Up to 55 percent of blood is plasma. It mainly contains water and other substances, such as vitamins, fats, minerals, proteins, hormones, and glucose. - Red blood cells...

What Is a Breast Cancer Lump? A breast cancer lump is a group of cancerous cells that develop when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in an area of the breast. Over time, this mass may become bigger in size and spread...

Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease and Drug-Induced Parkinsonism Idiopathic Parkinson’s disease accounts for 85 percent of Parkinson’s cases, making it the most common form. The term “idiopathic” means that the cause of the condition is unknown. In many cases, it would happen...

What Is Pramipexole? Pramipexole is a prescription medication usually taken for treating Parkinson’s disease, mental condition that affects movement. In general, the body produces a substance called dopamine to ensure communication among brain cells. In people with Parkinson’s disease, the lack...

What Is Prozac? Prozac is a type of antidepressant that was first introduced in the 80s. The US Foods and Drugs Administration has approved the medication for treating panic disorder, bulimia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and major depressive disorder. It can be...

What Is Morning Sickness? Morning sickness is a common problem in pregnant women. In spite of the name, it may occur at any time during the day and cause certain symptoms like vomiting, nausea, and aversion to some foods. When...

Schedule Your Sleep The human body can regulate the sleep and wake cycles on their own. Therefore, improving your sleep habits would help you sleep better during the night and feel rested after waking up in the morning. As a...

Overview of Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis is a disease that affects the spinal cord and brain. This chronic condition may lead to many symptoms, such as balance issues, sensation problems, and other challenges with your leg movements, arm, and vision....