Tag: Awareness

Signs of Poor Circulation

It may be hard to believe, but your body contains over 60,000 miles of blood vessels. That is long enough to go around the earth 2.5 times! These blood vessels keep our bodies healthy and functioning properly by carrying oxygen and nutrients. If they are not working properly however? You can run into serious problems.… Continue reading Signs of Poor Circulation

Patient’s Guide to Sexual Health: Birth Control and Erectile Dysfunction

Education around sexual health is important! Sexual health is vital for overall well-being and involves physical, emotional, and social factors. It’s about feeling good about yourself and your relationships while staying safe and respectful. Questions about birth control and erectile dysfunction are among the most commonly raised to doctors. Fortunately, there are great options out… Continue reading Patient’s Guide to Sexual Health: Birth Control and Erectile Dysfunction

What is Alzheimer’s Disease?

Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Experts predict that by the year 2050, this number will rise to nearly 13 million. In 2021, it was the 5th leading cause of death among people age 65 and older. Living with the condition, or helping support a family member that has it, is stressful!… Continue reading What is Alzheimer’s Disease?

The Four Stages of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Are you familiar with the four stages of rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? An autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the joints, RA is characterized by chronic inflammation. This inflammation leads to pain, swelling, and joint damage. Millions of people worldwide live with RA. About 70% are women, and 55% are older than the age of 55. This… Continue reading The Four Stages of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Justice Department Moves to Reclassify Marijuana

The Justice Department has proposed reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III drug. This marks a significant shift in U.S. drug policy. Marijuana has been a Schedule I drug since 1970. This change acknowledges marijuana’s medical uses and its lower potential for abuse compared to other Schedule I drugs. The proposal, approved by Attorney General Merrick… Continue reading Justice Department Moves to Reclassify Marijuana

Navigating a Vitamin A Deficiency Caused by Amyloidosis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA  Among the different types of amyloidosis, there is one that can lead to a vitamin A deficiency in the body. Wild-type amyloidosis is characterized by a misfolding of the TTR protein. This protein, when functioning properly, moves two hormones throughout the body: thyroxine and retinol. Retinol… Continue reading Navigating a Vitamin A Deficiency Caused by Amyloidosis

Home Based Tips for Managing Amyloidosis with Confidence

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA  What are the best ways to deal with a complex diagnosis? It is important to work with your physician, stick to a medication regimen, and follow any lifestyle changes that are recommended. A common question for those living with a complex disease like amyloidosis is what… Continue reading Home Based Tips for Managing Amyloidosis with Confidence

Your Guide to Specialized Care for Amyloidosis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA  Amyloidosis can affect many different parts of the body. If you are going in for treatment, you may have to work with different doctors throughout your health journey. This can be confusing! For many patients, understanding who they are talking to and what they do is… Continue reading Your Guide to Specialized Care for Amyloidosis

Lifting the Curtain on AL Amyloidosis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Amyloidosis is a disease that affects around 200,000 people in the United States each year. It is caused by proteins, called amyloids, that can misfold and build up in different parts of the body. When this happens, the organs they build up in are affected. There… Continue reading Lifting the Curtain on AL Amyloidosis