MaryAnn DePietro

MaryAnn DePietro
MaryAnn DePietro
MaryAnn DePietro

MaryAnn DePietro CRT, has written extensively about medical conditions, such as COPD, asthma, and sleep apnea for various websites, magazines and newspapers. MaryAnn has a degree in rehabilitation from Penn State University and a degree in respiratory therapy. In addition to writing, she works as a respiratory therapist at a trauma center in California. Outside of work, MaryAnn enjoys running, spending time with her family and trying to improve her golf game.

drinks to avoid with high cholesterol
Jan 16, 2024

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, doctors consider total blood cholesterol levels of over 200 high. In the United States, the CDC estimates that about two in five adults have elevated...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, doctors consider total blood cholesterol levels of over 200 high. In the United States, the CDC estimates that about two in five adults have elevated cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor for heart attack...

saddle pulmonary embolism
Sep 13, 2023

A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot that obstructs blood flow in an artery in the lungs. In many cases, the clot traveled from a different body part, such as a deep vein in...

A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot that obstructs blood flow in an artery in the lungs. In many cases, the clot traveled from a different body part, such as a deep vein in the leg. A saddle pulmonary embolism is a rare form...

benefits of red light therapy
Aug 1, 2023

Red light therapy has become increasingly popular for its health benefits and non-invasive delivery. Everyone from estheticians to massage therapists may offer red light to treat skin disorders, pain and speed healing. But what...

Red light therapy has become increasingly popular for its health benefits and non-invasive delivery. Everyone from estheticians to massage therapists may offer red light to treat skin disorders, pain and speed healing. But what is red light therapy, and is it right for you?...

migraine dietary supplement
Aug 1, 2023

Migraines involve a type of headache that can cause severe head pain and additional symptoms, such as light sensitivity, nausea and vomiting. Medication is available to treat migraines. But vitamins and supplements may also...

Migraines involve a type of headache that can cause severe head pain and additional symptoms, such as light sensitivity, nausea and vomiting. Medication is available to treat migraines. But vitamins and supplements may also help. The article below looks at a dietary migraine supplement...

asthma attack no inhaler
Aug 1, 2023

Asthma is a chronic lung condition that makes it difficult to breathe. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, in the United States, about 8.3 percent of people have asthma. That...

Asthma is a chronic lung condition that makes it difficult to breathe. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, in the United States, about 8.3 percent of people have asthma. That means asthma affects over 26 million people. A flare-up of...

hearing aid fitting
Aug 1, 2023

If you have hearing loss, a hearing aid may help. Although hearing aids do not restore normal hearing, they can amplify sounds and improve speech comprehension. This may improve quality of life and daily...

If you have hearing loss, a hearing aid may help. Although hearing aids do not restore normal hearing, they can amplify sounds and improve speech comprehension. This may improve quality of life and daily functioning. There are different types of hearing aid to choose...