“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?
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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
How to Use Optum Perks Prescription Discount Card
Homepage Overview When you first hit the homepage, you are prompted to download a free prescription discount card. To clarify: downloading this card does not require any kind of signup, membership, payment, or login. There is no expiration date, no fees associated with it, and it can be used at any time to get deals… Continue reading How to Use Optum Perks Prescription Discount Card
What Does a Nephrologist Do?
A nephrologist is a doctor who specializes in taking care of your kidneys. Kidneys filter waste from your blood and help control blood pressure. If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), your kidneys are not working as well as they should. This is where a nephrologist can help. Knowing more about this specialist and what… Continue reading What Does a Nephrologist Do?
Common Symptoms of Lung Cancer and How to Manage Them
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women in the United States. It is, unfortunately, by far the most deadly of all cancers. It accounts for about 1 in 5 of all cancer deaths in the US. Fortunately, the rates of new cases and deaths have been steadily decreasing since… Continue reading Common Symptoms of Lung Cancer and How to Manage Them
Caring for a Child with CAH
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Affecting about 1 in every 10-15,000 children, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is an endocrine disorder typically diagnosed at a very young age. With proper treatment, a child can grow up and live a normal life. There are physical side effects, but life expectancy with proper… Continue reading Caring for a Child with CAH
Living a Normal Life with CAH
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When your child is diagnosed with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), it can feel overwhelming. With the right treatment and care, your child can lead a happy and normal life. The first step? Being informed about the condition and what you can do. Here is what you… Continue reading Living a Normal Life with CAH
The Treatment for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If your child has been diagnosed with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), you might feel overwhelmed and unsure about what treatments are available. Let’s break it down simply to help you understand the options and what they mean for your child. CAH is a condition where the… Continue reading The Treatment for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
The Adrenal Glands Explained
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Two organs that sit on top of your kidneys, the adrenal glands might be small but they play a big role in keeping our bodies running smoothly. Each of them produces hormones essential to keeping you alive and healthy. They also play a few other key… Continue reading The Adrenal Glands Explained