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

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Fatigue

Fatigue is a common symptom for people with Multiple Sclerosis. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, “over 80% of people living with MS suffer from some form of fatigue.” It can impede an individual’s daily life and make it hard to function at work or at home. Although the causes of MS fatigue are… Continue reading Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Fatigue

Stroke Recovery Timeline: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers

A stroke is a medical emergency that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced. The stops oxygen and nutrients from flowing to the brain. When this happens, brain cells begin to die within minutes. Receiving treatment quickly is key in minimizing brain damage and improving recovery outcomes. But… Continue reading Stroke Recovery Timeline: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Life Expectancy with Amyloidosis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Amyloidosis is a group of diseases that happen when certain proteins in the body change shape, clump together, and form amyloid deposits. These build up in organs and tissues, making them stiff and damaging them over time. Different types of amyloidosis affect different organs, and their… Continue reading Life Expectancy with Amyloidosis