In recent years, more and more people have started to take medicine for weight loss. The use of GLP-1 medications for weight loss, which is the class of drug these fall under, has more than doubled since 2011! Originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, these drugs have been proven to be incredibly effective in… Continue reading Tirzepatide and Semaglutide: What’s the Difference?
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Managing Ulcers Caused by Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA A common symptom of ulcerative colitis (UC) is ulcers. These painful sores often develop in the digestive tract. While UC mostly affects the colon, the ulcers it causes can also show up in different parts of the body. Understanding why these ulcers develop and how they… Continue reading Managing Ulcers Caused by Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Ulcerative Colitis vs. IBS
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract, which includes the stomach and intestines. People with IBS often have symptoms like cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel movements. These can include diarrhea, constipation, or both. IBS is a… Continue reading Ulcerative Colitis vs. IBS
Ulcerative Colitis and Abdominal Pain
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the large intestine and rectum. One of the most common symptoms people with UC experience is abdominal pain. This usually happens in the lower left side of the abdomen. Has this happened to you?… Continue reading Ulcerative Colitis and Abdominal Pain
What is Leaky Gut Syndrome?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA You may have heard the term leaky gut syndrome. This condition has gained more attention lately, especially among those living from chronic gastrointestinal issues. However, it’s important to note that leaky gut syndrome is not currently recognized as a formal medical diagnosis. This is still something… Continue reading What is Leaky Gut Syndrome?
Fibromyalgia: Signs and Therapies
If you are experiencing unusual chronic pain, you might be wondering if you have fibromyalgia. When first identified by healthcare researchers as a condition of its own, fibromyalgia seemed like a mysterious illness. Now, the signs of fibromyalgia are more easily identified and treated. Symptoms Fibromyalgia (fibro) is recognizable by ongoing, or chronic, musculoskeletal pain… Continue reading Fibromyalgia: Signs and Therapies
Popular Weight Loss Medication Could Significantly Lower Risk of Diabetes
A new study has shown that a medication commonly used for weight loss, tirzepatide, may also greatly reduce the risk of developing diabetes in people with prediabetes. This exciting discovery is important for millions of Americans at risk for this serious condition. Study Findings Tirzepatide, known as Mounjaro for diabetes and Zepbound for weight loss,… Continue reading Popular Weight Loss Medication Could Significantly Lower Risk of Diabetes
Medicare’s New Power to Negotiate Drug Prices Could Save Billions
The federal government is set to save billions of dollars thanks to a new Medicare drug price negotiation program. Consumers, particularly seniors, will also benefit from significant cost reductions. This program, authorized by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, is a major effort by the Biden administration to reduce the high costs of prescription drugs in… Continue reading Medicare’s New Power to Negotiate Drug Prices Could Save Billions
Comparing Online vs In-Person Physical Therapy for Pain Management
Living with back pain – whether it’s ongoing or temporary, impacts our lives, limits our mobility, and can be an endless journey searching for relief. When someone is experiencing back pain, they’ll often go to the doctor’s office, take medication, and hope their pain disappears. Fortunately, we now have more options! Rather than getting treated… Continue reading Comparing Online vs In-Person Physical Therapy for Pain Management
GUIDE Model for Dementia
In the United States, there are approximately 6.9 million Americans over age 65 with dementia. And 11.5 million unpaid family caregivers, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. A new program, the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model, was launched in July of 2024 by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The GUIDE model… Continue reading GUIDE Model for Dementia