Chronic Conditions

A group of women in pink shirts with breast cancer ribbons pinned to their chests. They are holding hands and cheering.

El cáncer de mama es uno de los tipos de cáncer más frecuentes entre las mujeres, aunque también puede afectar a los hombres. Detectarlo a tiempo puede marcar una gran diferencia en el tratamiento...

El cáncer de mama es uno de los tipos de cáncer más frecuentes entre las mujeres, aunque también puede afectar a los hombres. Detectarlo a tiempo puede marcar una gran diferencia en el tratamiento y la recuperación. Por eso es importante conocer las señales...

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Heart valve disorders can range from mild conditions requiring minimal intervention to severe problems necessitating immediate medical attention. Knowing how to recognize the signs and symptoms is crucial for seeking proper treatment. Keep reading...

Heart valve disorders can range from mild conditions requiring minimal intervention to severe problems necessitating immediate medical attention. Knowing how to recognize the signs and symptoms is crucial for seeking proper treatment. Keep reading to learn what to look for, and what to ask...

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Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that causes inflammation and sores in the lining of the large intestine and rectum. It can develop gradually and may be mistaken for other digestive problems at first....

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that causes inflammation and sores in the lining of the large intestine and rectum. It can develop gradually and may be mistaken for other digestive problems at first. Recognizing early symptoms can help you seek medical advice sooner,...

A man sitting with his head in his hands, experiencing a depressive episode.

How to Get Out of a Depressive Episode

During our lifetimes, we will all experience spells where we feel sad, melancholy and unhappy. A prolonged period of low mood is known as a depressive episode and can be symptomatic of somebody experiencing depression. Something to help with...

During our lifetimes, we will all experience spells where we feel sad, melancholy and unhappy. A prolonged period of low mood is known as a depressive episode and can be symptomatic of somebody experiencing depression. Something to help with that can be Auvelity, a rapid‑acting oral antidepressant. A study in 2020 found that an estimated 21 million (8.4%) American adults had experienced at least one major depressive episode. The highest prevalence of major depressive episodes was reported among young adults aged 18 to 25, where 17% reported experience. (1)...