The Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines health literacy as “the degree to which individuals have the ability to find, understand, and use information and services to inform health-related decisions and actions for themselves and others.” This area has become a popular topic in the medical industry over the last decade. Medical professionals have… Continue reading The Importance of Health Literacy for Advancing Equity
Essential Supplements for Women
There are countless brands of women’s multivitamins and supplements on the market. Women are bombarded with information about what they should be taking to stay young, healthy, flexible, beautiful, and beyond. But what are the nutritionists actually saying about what women’s bodies need as we age? In an ideal world, our diet consists of healthy,… Continue reading Essential Supplements for Women
US Experiencing Record High Drug Shortages
The United States is experiencing an unprecedented number of active drug shortages. This was reported by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and the University of Utah Drug Information Service. Despite changes in shortage levels over the past decade, the trend has been steadily increasing since 2021. It reached a record-high of 323 drugs in… Continue reading US Experiencing Record High Drug Shortages
New Exercise Recommendations For Those With SLE
An international task force, made of experts from various disciplines, including rheumatology, internal medicine, and physiotherapy, has developed evidence-based recommendations for adding physical activity into the lives of people living with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). These recommendations aim to improve well-being while considering individual health conditions and disease severity. 15 Lupus Exercise Recommendations By following… Continue reading New Exercise Recommendations For Those With SLE
New EPA Rules Take Aim at “Cancer Alley”
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued new rules aimed at protecting neighborhoods near over 200 manufacturing facilities releasing airborne toxins like ethylene oxide, chloroprene, benzene, vinyl chloride, 1,3 butadiene, and ethylene dichloride. Studies indicate that approximately 104,000 Americans live within 6 miles of these factories. They face a cancer risk above 1 in… Continue reading New EPA Rules Take Aim at “Cancer Alley”
Simplify Your Healthcare Experience: 5 Practical Tips
The healthcare system can often feel overwhelming and daunting, especially for individuals dealing with health issues or managing chronic conditions. However, there are several strategies you can implement to streamline your healthcare experience and make it more manageable. What are some practical tips to help you simplify your healthcare journey? PatientsLikeMe will explore a few… Continue reading Simplify Your Healthcare Experience: 5 Practical Tips
Hidden Benefit: How Prescription Discount Cards Can Improve Mental Health
Mental health has become a priority for many people. The rates of anxiety and depression have dramatically increased over the last few years. Finding ways to keep calm, manage stress, and control negative emotions are essential to modern living. Everyone has their ways of finding peace. PatientsLikeMe is here to offer a potential solution. Have… Continue reading Hidden Benefit: How Prescription Discount Cards Can Improve Mental Health
The Importance of Tracking Your Mood
Have you ever been called moody because of your mental health? You are not alone. Moods are a natural part of our emotional rhythm and can help us name when we are uncomfortable, struggling, or needing to process something. And, of course, not all moods are reflections of a poor mental state. You may be… Continue reading The Importance of Tracking Your Mood
5 New Technologies for Alternative Chronic Pain Relief
Chronic pain is a pervasive and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide! It poses challenges to both patients and healthcare providers. Unlike acute pain, which typically lessens with healing, chronic pain persists for months or even years. It can significantly impact your quality of life. How do we treat chronic pain? There are… Continue reading 5 New Technologies for Alternative Chronic Pain Relief
Is Spinach Safe to Eat with Chronic Kidney Disease?
Eating Spinach with Chronic Kidney Disease It’s important to first discuss spinach’s nutrition information to see how it can fit into a kidney-friendly diet. Spinach is a fiber-rich vegetable packed with tons of vitamins and minerals. Because of this, some say it should be avoided if you have Chronic Kidney Disease. One of the main… Continue reading Is Spinach Safe to Eat with Chronic Kidney Disease?