Defined negatively, health is the absence of illness, functionally, as the ability to cope with everyday activities, or positively, as fitness and well-being. In any organism, health is a form of homeostasis. This is a state of balance, with inputs and outputs of energy and matter in equilibrium (allowing for growth). Health also implies good prospects for continued survival. In sentient creatures such as humans, health is a broader concept. Many definitions of health have been offered from time to time. Webster's Dic ...

Including:

• Health - Notes and references

Read more here: » Health: Encyclopedia - Health

See also:

Soy milk, Soy milk - Prevalence, Soy milk - Health, Soy milk - Preparation, Soy milk - Cooking, Soy milk - Ecological impact, Soy milk - Manufacturers

Read more here: » Soy milk: Encyclopedia II - Soy milk - Health

Bull Terriers are generally free of disabling genetic diseases. All puppies should be checked for deafness, as this sometimes occurs (most commonly in pure white dogs) and is difficult to notice, especially in a relatively young puppy. A common problem to many Bull Terriers is a tendency to develop skin allergies. Insect bites, such as fleas, and sometimes mosquitoes and mites, can produce a generalized allergic response of hives, rash, and itching. This condition can be stopped by keeping the dog free of contact from these insects, but this ...

See also:

Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier - Appearance, Bull Terrier - Temperament, Bull Terrier - Health, Bull Terrier - History, Bull Terrier - Miscellaneous, Bull Terrier - Famous Bull Terriers

Read more here: » Bull Terrier: Encyclopedia II - Bull Terrier - Health

Like the Rough Collie, there is a tendency toward inherited malformation and disease of the eyes. Each individual puppy should have his eyes examined by a qualified veterinary ophthalmologist. Some lines may be prone to hypothyroidism, epilepsy, or skin allergies. As with all dog breeds, diet should be monitered and adjusted as needed as many nonworking Shelties can overeat and easily become obese. Although its coat might appear to be a time-consuming task, a once-weekly, but thorough, brushing is all that is needed, though mor ...

See also:

Shetland Sheepdog, Shetland Sheepdog - Appearance, Shetland Sheepdog - Temperament, Shetland Sheepdog - Health, Shetland Sheepdog - Eyes, Shetland Sheepdog - Dermatomyocitis Sheltie Syndrome, Shetland Sheepdog - Ears, Shetland Sheepdog - Von Willebrand Disease vWD, Shetland Sheepdog - Thyroid problems, Shetland Sheepdog - History, Shetland Sheepdog - Miscellaneous, Shetland Sheepdog - Activities, Shetland Sheepdog - Grooming, Shetland Sheepdog - Showing Requirements

Read more here: » Shetland Sheepdog: Encyclopedia II - Shetland Sheepdog - Health

As in many breeds there are health issues for which the breeder should be careful. People acquiring new puppies can avoid some issues by asking the breeder for health clearances of the father and mother of the litter, in particular, Canine Eye Research Foundation (CERF) and Orthopedic Foundation (OFA) certifications for the father and mother. However, health issues can still show up. Hip dysplasia and Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), are two such diseases for which veterinarians ar ...

See also:

English Springer Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel - Appearance, English Springer Spaniel - Temperament, English Springer Spaniel - Health, English Springer Spaniel - History, English Springer Spaniel - Famous Spaniels

Read more here: » English Springer Spaniel: Encyclopedia II - English Springer Spaniel - Health

Oat bran is the outer casing of the oat. Its consumption is believed to lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol, and possibly to reduce the risk of heart disease. Oats are also a safe grain for people with celiac disease (gluten intolerance). However, oats frequently get mixed up with small amounts of wheat during harvest and processing, so the EU officially lists them as a crop containing gluten. Oats from Ireland and Scotland, where less wheat is grown, are less likely t ...

See also:

Oat, Oat - Distribution, Oat - Health, Oat - Protein, Oat - Agronomy

Read more here: » Oat: Encyclopedia II - Oat - Health

Because they have extremely short snouts and no skeletal brow ridges, Pugs can easily scratch their corneas or puncture their eyeballs. Their short noses can also cause them to develop breathing problems. They are also prone to skin infections if the crevices in their faces are not kept clean. Additionally, Pugs may be prone to skin allergies, which if not treated can lead to infection as the Pug scratches the inflamed areas. The breed's characteristic flat face may also contribute to tooth and mouth problems. Pugs typically love to eat, and ...

See also:

Pug, Pug - Appearance, Pug - Noise, Pug - Temperament, Pug - Health, Pug - History, Pug - References, Pug - Miscellaneous, Pug - Famous Pugs, Pug - Pugs in the arts, Pug - Trivia

Read more here: » Pug: Encyclopedia II - Pug - Health

Like many heavy-set dogs, the Chow Chow may be prone to hip dysplasia. They may also be succeptable to entropion, an eye irritation caused by an eyelid abnormality. ...

See also:

Chow Chow, Chow Chow - Appearance, Chow Chow - Temperament, Chow Chow - Health, Chow Chow - History

Read more here: » Chow Chow: Encyclopedia II - Chow Chow - Health

As the youngest pope elected since Pope Pius IX in 1846, John Paul II entered the papacy as a healthy, relatively young man who hiked, swam and went skiing. However, after over twenty-five years on the papal throne, the 1981 assassination attempt, and a number of cancer scares, John Paul's physical health declined. He had a tumour removed from his colon in 1992, dislocated his shoulder in 1993, broke ...

See also:

Biography of Pope John Paul II, Biography of Pope John Paul II - Early life, Biography of Pope John Paul II - University, Biography of Pope John Paul II - The Second World War, Biography of Pope John Paul II - The young priest, Biography of Pope John Paul II - Bishop and Cardinal, Biography of Pope John Paul II - A Pope from Poland, Biography of Pope John Paul II - Assassination attempts, Biography of Pope John Paul II - Health, Biography of Pope John Paul II - Death, Biography of Pope John Paul II - World reactions, Biography of Pope John Paul II - John Paul the Great, Biography of Pope John Paul II - Funeral

Read more here: » Biography of Pope John Paul II: Encyclopedia II - Biography of Pope John Paul II - Health

In 1999 Sharon lost 100 pounds (45 kg) thanks to a weight loss surgery called Adjustable gastric band. In July 2002 Osbourne was diagnosed with colon cancer. Later, she announced her cancer had spread to her lymph nodes and was more serious than originally thought. She overcame her battle with the disease against a 33% survival prognosis, and in August 2004 founded the Sharon Osbourne Colon Cancer Program at Cedars Sinai Hospital. In addition, she was the honored guest at the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation's 2003 Fall Gala, where she spoke of her stuggle against cancer. In December 2004, Osbourne made the public announ ...

See also:

Sharon Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne - Sharon and Ozzy, Sharon Osbourne - Other Management Roles, Sharon Osbourne - TV Career, Sharon Osbourne - Health, Sharon Osbourne - Extreme: The Autobiography, Sharon Osbourne - Sharon and The Insane Clown Posse, Sharon Osbourne - The Conflict with Iron Maiden at Ozzfest 2005

Read more here: » Sharon Osbourne: Encyclopedia II - Sharon Osbourne - Health

The theory of hybrid vigor suggests that dogs of mixed ancestry will be healthier than their purebred counterparts. In some cases this might be true, because inbreeding among purebreds has made some breeds prone to various genetic health problems. Mixed-breed dogs are less likely to have certain genetic disorders, as their parents come from a more diverse genetic pool so that detrimental recessive genes are less likely to occur in both parents. For example, large dogs such as German Shepherd Dogs often suffer from hip dysplasia. Mating a Ger ...

See also:

Mixed-breed dog, Mixed-breed dog - Terms for mixed-breed dogs, Mixed-breed dog - Appearance, Mixed-breed dog - Health, Mixed-breed dog - Types of mixed breeding, Mixed-breed dog - Mixed breeds in dog sports, Mixed-breed dog - Advantages and drawbacks

Read more here: » Mixed-breed dog: Encyclopedia II - Mixed-breed dog - Health

There are two main areas of concern for this breed: gastrointestinal problems and skeletal disorders. Like their German Shepherd ancestors, Shilohs may experience problems with bloat, a condition where the stomach becomes over-stretched by gas the dog is unable to release. Small intestine bacterial overgrowth syndrome has also been reported and can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain and difficulty absorbing nutrients from food. Both conditions are serious and sh ...

See also:

Shiloh Shepherd Dog, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Appearance, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Size Standards, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Coat Types, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Variant Colors, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Movement and Gait, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Temperament, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Working Shiloh Shepherd Dogs, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Health, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - History, Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Gallery

Read more here: » Shiloh Shepherd Dog: Encyclopedia II - Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Health

Infant death rates per thousand live births decreased significantly during a 35-year (1961-1996) period. In the Muslim population, the rate dropped from 46.4 per thousand births to 10.0; among Christians the decrease was from 42.1 to 6.7; among the Druze it dropped from 50.4 to 8.9 deaths. Healthcare improvements have also led to a lower infant mortality rate. In 1970, the infant mortality rate for Arabs was 32 deaths for every thousand births. In 2000, the rate had significantly decreased to 8.6 per every thousand. Out of the Arab po ...

See also:

Israeli Arab, Israeli Arab - Introduction, Israeli Arab - Demographics and Subdivisions, Israeli Arab - Population growth, Israeli Arab - Muslim Israeli Arabs, Israeli Arab - Christian Israeli Arabs, Israeli Arab - Bedouins, Israeli Arab - Druze, Israeli Arab - Location/geography, Israeli Arab - Health, Israeli Arab - Education, Israeli Arab - Legal and Political Status, Israeli Arab - Political development, Israeli Arab - Recent developments, Israeli Arab - Work and Economic situation, Israeli Arab - Economic development of the Israeli Arab community, Israeli Arab - Pluralism and Sectoral Identity, Israeli Arab - Discrimination, Israeli Arab - Initial measures taken by the Israeli government, Israeli Arab - Modifications to Citizenship and Entry law, Israeli Arab - Participation in acts of terror against Israeli citizens, Israeli Arab - Trivia, Israeli Arab - Footnotes, Israeli Arab - Bibliography

Read more here: » Israeli Arab: Encyclopedia II - Israeli Arab - Health

Wolfhounds should not receive additional supplements when a good dog chow is used. It is generally accepted that they should be fed a large breed puppy food until 18 months of age and then change to a large breed adult food. By the age of 8 months, the dogs appear adult, and many owners start stressing them too much. Outstretched limbs and irreparable damage are the result. Wolfhounds need at least 18 months to be ready for lure coursing, running a ...

See also:

Irish Wolfhound, Irish Wolfhound - Appearance, Irish Wolfhound - Temperament, Irish Wolfhound - Health, Irish Wolfhound - History, Irish Wolfhound - Miscellaneous, Irish Wolfhound - Famous Wolfhounds

Read more here: » Irish Wolfhound: Encyclopedia II - Irish Wolfhound - Health

Members of this breed might love the sunlight, so owners need to ensure that they don't become overheated, and they do get sunburned (particularly on their heads and bellies), so it's recommended to use sunscreen on them. The breed is relatively free of disease, but the following ailments do occur: Epilepsy Legg-Perthes disease (degeneration of the hip) Patellar Luxation (slipped stifles) Osteoporosis vWD (Bleeding disorder) ...

See also:

Italian Greyhound, Italian Greyhound - Appearance, Italian Greyhound - Temperament, Italian Greyhound - Health, Italian Greyhound - History, Italian Greyhound - Miscellaneous, Italian Greyhound - Activities

Read more here: » Italian Greyhound: Encyclopedia II - Italian Greyhound - Health

Pedigreed Manx cats today are much healthier and have fewer health issues related to their genetics than Manx of years ago. This is due in part to the careful selection of breeding stock, and knowledgeable, dedicated breeders. Manx have been known to live into their mid- to high-teens and are no less healthy than other cat breeds. Like any other cat, keeping Manx cats indoors, neutering or spaying, and providing acceptable surfaces for the cat's normal scratching behavior are vital to lengthen the life of any cat. < ...

See also:

Manx cat, Manx cat - Origin, Manx cat - Other Tailless Cats, Manx cat - Tail length, Manx cat - Health, Manx cat - Manx Syndrome, Manx cat - Personality, Manx cat - Coat, Manx cat - Trivia, Manx cat - Reference

Read more here: » Manx cat: Encyclopedia II - Manx cat - Health

Being an achondroplastic dog breed with extremely short legs, the Skye Terrier has particular health concerns. The most preventable is often called Skye limp or Puppy limp, and it is due to premature closure of the distal radial growth plate. If a Skye is exercised too often, too young, especially before 8 months, they can damage their bone growth, leading to a painful limp and possibly badly bowed legs. Jumping up and down from objects, climbing over objects, running, even long walks, are all things to be avoided for the first 8 to 10 months to prevent later problems and allow f ...

See also:

Skye Terrier, Skye Terrier - Appearance, Skye Terrier - Coat, Skye Terrier - Colour, Skye Terrier - Types, Skye Terrier - Grooming, Skye Terrier - Temperament, Skye Terrier - Health, Skye Terrier - Famous Skyes

Read more here: » Skye Terrier: Encyclopedia II - Skye Terrier - Health

Rainbow Gathering - Water. Sanitation has historically been a major concern at Rainbow Gatherings. Drinking water is filtered at gatherings, both by small pump filters and large gravity-feed devices. Many of the latter have been improvised by members of the Family. Although hands, dishes, and surfaces are now routinely sterilized with bleach-wash solution, as long as novice-built water filtration systems are used at Gatherings, there will continue to be a considerable risk of water and food contamination. ...

See also:

Rainbow Gathering, Rainbow Gathering - History, Rainbow Gathering - Invitation for the 1st Rainbow Gathering in 1972, Rainbow Gathering - Legend of a Hopi Prophecy, Rainbow Gathering - Guiding Principles, Rainbow Gathering - Non-Commercialism, Rainbow Gathering - Kitchens, Rainbow Gathering - Shanti Sena, Rainbow Gathering - Relations with law enforcement, Rainbow Gathering - Health, Rainbow Gathering - Water, Rainbow Gathering - C.A.L.M., Rainbow Gathering - The Gatherings, Rainbow Gathering - Gatherings outside the United States, Rainbow Gathering - World Gatherings, Rainbow Gathering - Rainbow Retreat, Rainbow Gathering - List of national Gatherings in the USA, Rainbow Gathering - See Also

Read more here: » Rainbow Gathering: Encyclopedia II - Rainbow Gathering - Health

Pedigreed Manx cats today are much healthier and have fewer health issues related to their genetics than the Manx of years ago. This is due in part to the careful selection of breeding stock, and knowledgeable, dedicated breeders. Manx have been known to live into their mid- to high-teens and are no less healthy than other cat breeds. Like any other cat, keeping Manx cats indoors, neutering or spaying, and providing acceptable surfaces for the cat's normal scratching behavior are vital to lengthen the life of any cat. < ...

See also:

Manx cat, Manx cat - Origin, Manx cat - Other Tailless Cats, Manx cat - Tail length, Manx cat - Health, Manx cat - Manx Syndrome, Manx cat - Personality, Manx cat - Coat, Manx cat - Trivia, Manx cat - Reference

Read more here: » Manx cat: Encyclopedia II - Manx cat - Health