Deviated Septum

Causes & Prevention

Preventing a Deviated Septum

According to information from the Harvard Medical Schools, unless the problem is from birth, the way to prevent a deviated septum is to avoid injury to your nose. Some strategies are:

  • Wear seat belts and shoulder harnesses whenever you ride in a car

What Does It Mean When Medical Experts Say "Race" Is A Risk Factor For Certain Diseases?

Editor's Note:

"Race" is sometimes mentioned as a risk factor in the development of certain cancers and a number of other diseases. When you read this in a discussion about an illness, note that the explanation seldom refers to anything biological. Instead, it usually refers to behavior, such as eating habits. The kinds of behavior usually mentioned as risk factors are culturally determined. They are not genetic or biological.