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Thyroid disorders fall into two categories. There is hyperthyroidism characterized by an overactive thyroid gland that produces too much thyroid hormone. Typical symptoms of hyperthyroidism include high blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, moist skin, increased sweating, tremor, nervousness, increased appetite with weight loss, diarrhea, and/or frequent bowel movements. Hypothyroidism, on the other hand, is characterized by …

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Millions of Americans report that they cannot perform simple everyday tasks such as tying a tie or opening a jar, because of the debilitating pain of arthritis. Twenty percent of all Americans say that their arthritis symptoms are so severe that it has affected their job performance and their general ability to enjoy life. Despite …

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Today, millions of children worldwide live with HIV. Regrettably, global access to antiretroviral drugs is not readily available. Massage therapy benefits for HIV-positive children, have been shown to improve immune function and may boost the immune systems of young children. A strong immune system allows the body to shore up its disease-fighting arsenal. In contrast, …

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Lower back pain is one of the most common conditions in the United States and a leading reason why people see a doctor. Four out of five adults will suffer from low back pain during their lives. The Challenges of Chronic Lower Back Pain Unlike lower back pain, which is often caused by muscle strains, …

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It’s no secret that pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery subject most women to a gauntlet of physical and emotional challenges. Light touch Craniosacral Therapy (CST) can offer considerable relief in dealing with the discomforts and demands of pregnancy. So what exactly is Light Touch CST?  Quite simply, it’s a gentle method for resolving physical and …

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Pacific College Celebrates the Chinese New Year In celebration of Chinese New Year and the commencement of the Year of the Tiger, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine will provide free events that are open to the public on each of its three campuses. Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago will be holding a Chinese …

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Hospice care is simultaneously one of the most difficult and important aspects of the medical field. Hospice care provides trained individuals that care for the elderly, terminally ill, or incapacitated patient. The type of care the hospice worker may provide can vary from the job of a licensed nurse to massage therapist, to someone willing …

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According to the 1982 Surgeon General’s Report, cigarette smoking is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. That report is still accurate today. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 46.2 million American adults are current smokers – that is 22.8% of all adults; that’s nearly one in four people. …

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In an effort to increase public awareness of the progress, promise, and benefits of acupuncture and Oriental medicine, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, celebrates North American Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NAAOM) Day in San Diego, New York, and Chicago, with each campus supporting this day in a unique way. Each campus will celebrate NAAOM day. …

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Mastitis is a severely uncomfortable and potentially dangerous disease that can occur during breastfeeding. If bacteria invade the breast (usually within one month of delivery), it can cause a high fever, a painful mass in the breasts, redness, inflammation, an aversion to cold, unsmooth lactation, and even pus discharge. At best, this disorder is painful …

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