Do you find it hard to focus? Are you often forgetful, unorganized or tired of waiting for something? Everyone feels these things from time to time, but if it starts to become chronic, it...
Do you find it hard to focus? Are you often forgetful, unorganized or tired of waiting for something? Everyone feels these things from time to time, but if it starts to become chronic, it could be ADHD. Getting test is important so you can...
Gestational diabetes impacts about 8% of pregnant women. It develops during pregnancy when the person has not had prior diabetes diagnoses. The main marker of this condition is high blood sugar, which can lead...
Gestational diabetes impacts about 8% of pregnant women. It develops during pregnancy when the person has not had prior diabetes diagnoses. The main marker of this condition is high blood sugar, which can lead to complications at birth and with high blood pressure. If...
Plaque psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the skin, resulting in thick, inflamed patches known as plaques. These plaques are typically covered with silvery scales and can be itchy and painful. Although...
Plaque psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the skin, resulting in thick, inflamed patches known as plaques. These plaques are typically covered with silvery scales and can be itchy and painful. Although the exact cause of plaque psoriasis is not completely understood,...
A healthy, balanced and nutritious diet is crucial for all of us, but especially for those with diabetes. Carbohydrates contribute substantially to most people’s diets, so they are an essential factor to consider when planning meals. The Mayo Clinic...
A healthy, balanced and nutritious diet is crucial for all of us, but especially for those with diabetes. Carbohydrates contribute substantially to most people’s diets, so they are an essential factor to consider when planning meals. The Mayo Clinic states that “A diabetes diet is a healthy-eating plan that helps control blood sugar.” While people with diabetes must eat with thoughtful intention, this diet does not have to be overly complicated and it’s an excellent way for all of...
Gut health is essential for a healthy lifestyle and those of us with guts that don't always cooperate know that our gut health can have both positive and negative impacts on our day-to-day life. To help, consider Zinplava (bezlotoxumab),...
Gut health is essential for a healthy lifestyle and those of us with guts that don't always cooperate know that our gut health can have both positive and negative impacts on our day-to-day life. To help, consider Zinplava (bezlotoxumab), a medication used to reduce the recurrence of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) in patients receiving antibacterial treatment for CDI. A healthy immune system normally protects your gut from C. diff infection by keeping C. diff levels under control. If they...
Who among us hasn’t told that little white lie to the dentist? You know the one I am referring to; your answer to the dentist’s question about how often you floss. However, bleeding gums are much more than a...
Who among us hasn’t told that little white lie to the dentist? You know the one I am referring to; your answer to the dentist’s question about how often you floss. However, bleeding gums are much more than a sign that you are not flossing enough. Gingivitis is a gum disease. If it is left untreated, it can lead to a more severe illness called periodontitis and tooth loss. So if your gums are red, irritated and swollen, it...
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a condition that causes small, painful lumps to form under the skin, usually in areas where the skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and breasts. The lumps can get infected and leak...
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a condition that causes small, painful lumps to form under the skin, usually in areas where the skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and breasts. The lumps can get infected and leak pus with a bad smell. Sometimes they can also form tunnels under the skin and leave scars. HS is not contagious, and it is not caused by poor hygiene. It is believed to be related to the hair follicles getting...
