Fred Cicetti
Latest articles by Fred Cicetti

How Do Radiation Treatments for Cancer Work?
By Fred Cicetti published
How does radiation kill cancer cells?

4 Tips for Preventing SIDS
By Fred Cicetti published
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome causes about 2,200 deaths yearly in the U.S. Here are four tips for preventing it.

Peripheral Artery Disease Symptoms May Go Unnoticed
By Fred Cicetti published
People with peripheral artery disease have a high risk of having a heart attack or stroke, yet the symptoms of the condition often go unnoticed.

Does Everyone Get Cataracts Eventually?
By Fred Cicetti published
Cataracts are related to aging, and tend to worsen gradually.

Are Spider Bites Bad for Your Health?
By Fred Cicetti published
Most bites by spiders are harmless, but a few can be dangerous.

Do People Still Catch the Plague?
By Fred Cicetti published
There are about 1,000 to 3,000 cases of plague worldwide every year.

How to Prepare for a Doctor's Appointment
By Fred Cicetti published
What questions should you ask at your next appointment with your doctor or specialist? What information should tell him or her? Here's a look.

Does Ginger Help with Nausea?
By Fred Cicetti published
Ginger has traditionally been used to treat stomach aches, nausea and diarrhea, but does it bring real benefits, or this an old wives' tale?

10 Tips for Exercising Safely
By Fred Cicetti published
Injuries can happen when people exercise, here are some tips to help you avoid getting hurt.

What Causes Vertigo?
By Fred Cicetti published
Vertigo is more than being lightheaded or dizzy -- it's the feeling that either you or your surroundings are spinning.
The Healthy Geezer: Will I Get a Staph Infection If I Have Surgery?
By Fred Cicetti published
Unfortunately, you should be very concerned, especially because of an antibiotic-resistant strain of staph is on the rise.
The Healthy Geezer: Is Excessive Sweating Normal?
By Fred Cicetti published
Heavy sweating, or perspiration, is normal if you are exercising, in a hot environment or you are nervous. It also happens during menopause.
The Healthy Geezer: Can Alcohol Give You Gout?
By Fred Cicetti published
Gout is a painful type of arthritis that's caused by a build-up of uric acid.
The Healthy Geezer: Is Ozone Dangerous?
By Fred Cicetti published
Some ozone is good and protects us from the sun, but ground-level ozone is bad for our health.

The Healthy Geezer: How Can I Avoid Salmonella?
By Fred Cicetti published
Salmonella is the most common cause of foodborne illness in the United States.
The Healthy Geezer: How Can I Make My Surgery Safer?
By Fred Cicetti published
Can I prevent my surgeon from operating on the wrong side of my body?
The Healthy Geezer: All About Statins
By Fred Cicetti published
Taking statins may reduce your cholesterol, but the drugs also have risks.

The Healthy Geezer: Can Carrot Juice Prevent Cataracts?
By Fred Cicetti published
Carrots are good for your eyes, but can they prevent cataracts?
The Healthy Geezer: How Do Statins Work?
By Fred Cicetti published
Your cholesterol level is just one number doctors consider before prescribing a statin.

The Healthy Geezer: What's Radiation Sickness?
By Fred Cicetti published
Radiation sickness can be lethal, but it isn't common.
The Healthy Geezer: What's Sciatica?
By Fred Cicetti published
The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body.

Do Massages Do Anything Besides Relax You?
By Fred Cicetti published
The purpose of massage is to relax the tissue, increase the flow of blood and oxygen, and decrease pain.
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