What is Kidney Disease?

What is Kidney Disease?

What is the function of the kidneys? The kidneys are two fist-sized organs located in your back. To maintain life, you need at least one to work well. The work done by the kidneys is called renal function. The three major renal functions are to: Remove waste and...
Understanding Cushings Disease

Understanding Cushings Disease

Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal gland that is directly connected to the stress response. In a healthy individual,  releases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), a hormone produced in the pituitary gland, stimulates the production and release of cortisol...
Symptoms of Menopause

Symptoms of Menopause

Many women experience a variety of symptoms as a result of the hormonal changes associated with the transition to menopause. Around the time of menopause, women often lose bone density and their blood cholesterol levels may worsen, increasing their risk of heart...