Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Managing Heart Health with Lupus Lupus, an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to attack healthy tissues, can affect various organs, including the heart. If you are living with Lupus, managing heart health is crucial. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to manage heart health while living with lupus.… Continue reading Managing Heart Health with Lupus
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Bell’s Palsy and Stroke: Similarities and Differences
Bell’s palsy and stroke are two conditions that can cause one side of your face to droop. While both are alarming, they have distinct differences, risk factors, and treatment options. It can be easy to confuse the two! The aim here is to help you understand these conditions, how to tell them apart, and what… Continue reading Bell’s Palsy and Stroke: Similarities and Differences
The Benefits of Cold Plunging and Cold Therapy for Chronic Pain and Chronic Illness
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Chilling Benefits? What to Know About Cold Plunges Cold plunging and cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, have gained popularity for their potential benefits in managing chronic pain and chronic diseases. Let’s explore the science behind this buzzed-about therapy and its potential to improve health and wellness. Understanding Cold Therapy… Continue reading The Benefits of Cold Plunging and Cold Therapy for Chronic Pain and Chronic Illness
Early Signs of Dementia
“Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia.” Alzheimer’s Association Dementia itself is not a disease, but rather a group of symptoms that are caused by diseases such as Alzheimer’s. “Diseases… Continue reading Early Signs of Dementia
CAH Management and Sleep Disturbances
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA The importance of sleep cannot be understated. For children, good sleep supports growth and development. It also is important for brain function and physical health. Sleep affects our heart, circulatory system, hormones, metabolism, respiratory system, and immune system. People living with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) may… Continue reading CAH Management and Sleep Disturbances
The Role of Androgen in the Body
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Hormones play a huge role in keeping our bodies running smoothly. They are chemical messengers that help carry information to organs, skin, muscles, and tissues. Primarily, they help with growth, development, metabolism, and reproduction. Androgens are a crucial group of hormones. Although they are often thought… Continue reading The Role of Androgen in the Body
Salt-Wasting CAH
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a genetic disorder affecting the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands produce important hormones like cortisol and aldosterone. These hormones help regulate the body’s response to stress and maintain salt and water balance. There are several types of CAH that someone can… Continue reading Salt-Wasting CAH
Transition from Childhood to Adulthood: The CAH Journey
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Growing up with a lifelong condition means being aware of, and staying on top of, changes to your health routine. For those with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), transitioning from childhood to adolescence to adulthood can be challenging! This period has a lot of changes in symptoms… Continue reading Transition from Childhood to Adulthood: The CAH Journey
Navigating Job Interviews with a Mental Health Condition: Tips for Success
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Living with a mental health condition? See these helpful pointers for your next job interview Job interviews can be nerve-wracking for anyone, but for those living with mental health conditions, they can present unique challenges. From deciding whether to disclose your condition to managing interview anxiety, there’s a lot to… Continue reading Navigating Job Interviews with a Mental Health Condition: Tips for Success
Working with a Chronic Condition: Your Rights and Options for Sharing with Your Employer and Taking Leave
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Navigating Work with a Chronic Condition: Your Rights and Options Living with a chronic health condition can present unique challenges in the workplace. Many individuals find themselves struggling to balance their professional responsibilities with the unpredictable nature of their symptoms. If you’re in this situation, you’re not alone. In fact,… Continue reading Working with a Chronic Condition: Your Rights and Options for Sharing with Your Employer and Taking Leave