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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, “Chlamydia is the most frequently reported bacterial sexually transmitted disease in the United States. In 2010, 1,307,893 chlamydial infections were reported to CDC from 50 states and the District of Columbia. Under-reporting is substantial because most people with chlamydia are not aware of their infections and [...]

ScienceDaily (July 15, 2009) — Condom use is associated with a reduced risk of contracting herpes simplex virus 2, according to a report based on pooled analysis of data from previous studies. Herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) typically causes genital herpes, a chronic, life-long, viral infection. Although studies indicate that consistent condom use reduces the [...]

Taking a Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) 1 and 2-Specific Ab, IgG is extremely important if you’re sexually active and think you’ve been exposed to HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus). There is no cure for herpes, and it’s estimated by experts that 60 million Americans have the virus that causes genital herpes. Anyone who is sexually active [...]

The foundation of good health? Nutrition. Proper nutrition leads to fewer illnesses, faster recovery and overall better health. In many cases, medical conditions can be treated simply by eating better. How do you measure up? HealthCheckUSA has a nutrition panel that will allow you to work with your doctor to build a nutrition and diet [...]

Vitamin D or the “sunshine vitamin” is derived mainly from sunlight. The main role of vitamin D in the body is to maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium, and is critical to the formation of strong bone tissue. Symptoms (though often subtle) of a vitamin [...]

DeGee Johnson wants to save time and avoid the costs of a visit to the doctor and the lab. Marlene Ortloff is trying to save money because she lost her job and health insurance and now pays for blood tests out of pocket. Polly Dehnert was tired of trying to convince her doctor to order [...]

Stop the Thyroid Madness and HealthCheckUSA have partnered to develop and offer specific packages and lab testing options that will assist Stop the Thyroid Madness members in managing their condition and taking control of their health. With the guidance of Janie Bowthorpe, a leading thyroid activist, best-selling author and media personality, and the founder of [...]

“Escape From Inertia” From Experience Life, May 2009 Most of us struggle at some point to overcome a stubborn resistance to exercising. Not sure what’s keeping you from exercising more regularly? Here’s a reason that may be lurking beneath the surface: Undiagnosed health issues. Hypothyroidism, a condition in which your thyroid doesn’t release enough metabolism-stimulating [...]

Discount blood tests can help keep medical costs down according to Dr. Greg Jackson, a physician at San Antonio’s Interceptive Health.  Dr. Jackson is writing a book on preventive health care. Discount lab tests assist in prevention and lowering costs Discount blood tests are a key component of Dr. Jackson’s approach to reducing costs for [...]