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
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The Importance of Regulating Your Body Temperature With Diabetes
If you have diabetes, there are so many things to stay on top of when it comes to your health. Blood sugar is at the top of the list, followed closely by cholesterol, then your diet and how much exercise you get. That’s not even mentioning proper sleep, hydration, your mental health, and managing medications!… Continue reading The Importance of Regulating Your Body Temperature With Diabetes
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?
Tips for Caregivers of People with Amyloidosis
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Caring for a loved one with amyloidosis is a significant responsibility that comes with its own set of challenges. As a condition, amyloidosis can cause various health problems across the body. It can be difficult to stay on top of everything you need to know! If… Continue reading Tips for Caregivers of People with Amyloidosis
Diet and Nutrition Advice for People with Amyloidosis
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you have amyloidosis, there are a range of steps you can take to improve your health. Alongside medications, healthy life style changes are an accessible and easy way to start! Amyloidosis is a condition characterized by the buildup of amyloid proteins in tissues and organs.… Continue reading Diet and Nutrition Advice for People with Amyloidosis
Symptoms of Breast Cancer and How to Manage Them
Breast cancer starts in the cells of the breast tissue. It is the second most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States, following skin cancer. However, it is important to note that this cancer can also occur in men. Experts estimate there will be about 310,000 new diagnoses in women in 2024. Understanding… Continue reading Symptoms of Breast Cancer and How to Manage Them
Is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a Disability?
“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