Although feeling down is a normal part of life, persistent and constant feelings of sadness could mean that you have a type of clinical depression. There are many different types of depression. Events in your life cause some, while chemical changes in your brain cause others. With the right help, most types of depression are… Continue reading Types of Depression
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
The Doctors Involved in Treating Fibromyalgia
The treatment of some conditions requires collaboration. Doctors that specialize in treating certain areas of the body may be brought in for their expert opinions and advice, especially for a condition like fibromyalgia. It is notoriously complex, and often requires a team of healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat. As a patient, you may be… Continue reading The Doctors Involved in Treating Fibromyalgia
Dealing with Itchiness from Skin Cancer
Itchiness, or pruritus, is an irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch your skin. Everyone experiences itchiness from time to time. Bug bites, poison ivy, a reaction to the sun, there are a number of things that cause it! Persistent itching, however, can be particularly bothersome and may indicate an underlying health issue. Research… Continue reading Dealing with Itchiness from Skin Cancer
Honoring Juneteenth in Healthcare
Looking Back and Looking Forward Juneteenth marks the anniversary of June 19th, 1865, when more than 250,000 enslaved people were freed in Texas, a confederate state. This commemoration is and has been a critical holiday for Black people in America. Why? Here’s a quick historical overview: Join us today as we challenge you to… Continue reading Honoring Juneteenth in Healthcare
Do I Need to Be a Member? Accessing Optum Perks Online Care
Optum Perks Online Care is a virtual healthcare platform that allows you to get questions and concerns addressed by licensed healthcare professionals! This means you can submit something you are wondering about, symptoms, and questions online at any time, and a healthcare provider will review and respond with treatment plan options in 15 minutes or… Continue reading Do I Need to Be a Member? Accessing Optum Perks Online Care
How to Prevent a Stroke
A stroke is when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced. This prevents brain tissue from getting the oxygen and nutrients it needs. Brain cells start to die within minutes, making a stroke a medical emergency that requires prompt treatment. Strokes can lead to long-term disability and even death. In… Continue reading How to Prevent a Stroke
Tips on Managing Resting Tremors
One of the primary symptoms of Parkinson’s disease is developing resting tremors. Tremors are involuntary movements that make parts of the body shake. These tremors typically happen when you are at rest and can make daily activities challenging. Resting tremors in Parkinson’s are rhythmic and usually show up in the hands, arms, or legs when… Continue reading Tips on Managing Resting Tremors
Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Amyloidosis
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There is no cure for amyloidosis, but traditional treatment methods fall into one of two buckets. There are medications that can be prescribed to treat symptoms. These include chemotherapy drugs, heart medications, and targeted therapies for certain types of amyloidosis. The other approach is surgical. Stem… Continue reading Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Amyloidosis
What is AA (Secondary) Amyloidosis?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Of the various types of amyloidosis, AA amyloidosis comes about because of another long-term illness. This is often chronic inflammation or infection. Like other forms of amyloidosis, this type can affect different organs in different ways. Understanding how and why this disease progresses is the best… Continue reading What is AA (Secondary) Amyloidosis?