“According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 280 million people worldwide have depression, which is around 3.8% of the global population.” It is known to cause immense emotional distress and hinder a person’s ability to function when left untreated. Because of this, depression or MDD is considered a psychiatric disability under the Americans with… Continue reading Is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a Disability?
Queer Bodies and Healthcare
Members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community have long experienced prejudice in healthcare. These experiences could be anything from microaggressions, like assumptions based on an individual’s appearance, to outright discrimination like denial of care. As a result of these biases, many queer and trans people do not disclose their identity to healthcare… Continue reading Queer Bodies and Healthcare
Well Woman Visits
A well woman visit is a critical part of maintaining physical health for women’s bodies. These examinations are separate from everyday wellness visits as they specifically target women and needed preventative care. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services highlights a well woman visit as including the following: Goals of the Visit These visits… Continue reading Well Woman Visits
Can I Save Money If I’m Insured? Common FAQs About How to Use Prescription Discount Cards
Common FAQs About How to Use Prescription Discount Cards Living with complex medical conditions often means juggling multiple medications. This can be time-consuming, confusing, and, above all, expensive. While insurance can help manage costs, it doesn’t always cover everything, and figuring out how to make the most of your benefits can be a headache. Fortunately,… Continue reading Can I Save Money If I’m Insured? Common FAQs About How to Use Prescription Discount Cards
Arthritis in Hands and Joints: Symptoms, Autoimmune Causes, and Management Tips
Arthritis in Your Hands and Joints Arthritis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain and discomfort in various parts of the body. One of the most common and debilitating areas affected by arthritis is the hands and joints. Understanding the symptoms and nature of arthritis, especially its autoimmune forms, is crucial… Continue reading Arthritis in Hands and Joints: Symptoms, Autoimmune Causes, and Management Tips
Unpredictable Moods, Energy Changes, and Other Bipolar Symptoms Explained
Some days you feel like your brain is moving faster than you can keep up.You have more energy than usual, need less sleep, and ideas come one after another. Other days feel completely different. Getting out of bed takes effort, your thoughts slow down, and things you normally enjoy don’t feel the same. Sound like… Continue reading Unpredictable Moods, Energy Changes, and Other Bipolar Symptoms Explained
Alzheimer’s Caregiving Tips for Support and Selfcare
Being a Caregiver for Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease We have all likely heard about Alzheimer’s, whether it was in the news or entertainment, but it is a very different experience when you are touched personally by the intense disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Caring for someone… Continue reading Alzheimer’s Caregiving Tips for Support and Selfcare
Understanding and Tackling Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
The Importance of Calcium-Rich Foods for Lupus Management
How Calcium Can Help Manage Lupus Symptoms Living with Lupus presents unique challenges, and maintaining bone health might not always be top of mind. However, ensuring an adequate intake of calcium-rich foods is crucial for those living with Lupus. Let’s talk about why calcium is vital for those with Lupus and explore some delicious and… Continue reading The Importance of Calcium-Rich Foods for Lupus Management
A Dietician’s Guide to Fiber and Cancer
How Does Fiber Impact Your Cancer? Managing cancer can come with many challenges. Both diarrhea and constipation can be symptoms of cancer management and can occur after cancer treatment or from medications. These uncomfortable bowel-related symptoms can make you feel so much worse, but the good news is that there are a few solutions. Adding… Continue reading A Dietician’s Guide to Fiber and Cancer