Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the colon and rectum. It causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. While UC mostly impacts the gastrointestinal tract, it can also… Continue reading UTIs and Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
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A Parenting Guide for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When it comes to caring for your child’s health, understanding their condition and how it affects them is the best way to be prepared. For lifelong genetic disorders like congenital adrenal hyperplasia, often times this can be overwhelming! The terminology is confusing, the treatment is complex,… Continue reading A Parenting Guide for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
What is 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you or a loved one is living with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), you may have questions about the underlying reasons behind the disease. What is it inside your body that causes CAH to develop? Often, this is because of an inherited disorder affecting your adrenal… Continue reading What is 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency?
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) and Mental Health
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Our adrenal glands are responsible for how we respond to stress. They also regulate our metabolism, support immune health, and help regulate blood pressure. The hormones produced by the adrenal glands are what enter our bloodstream and cause physical and emotional reactions to stressors and events.… Continue reading Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) and Mental Health
A History of Hereditary Diseases: How our Past Informs the Future of Care
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Since ancient times, people have noticed that certain traits and conditions tend to run in families. Early civilizations, such as the Babylonians, recognized hereditary patterns in animals and crops. They practiced selective breeding to build desirable traits, though the underlying mechanisms of heredity were still a… Continue reading A History of Hereditary Diseases: How our Past Informs the Future of Care
FDA Approves New Blood Test For Colon Cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new blood test called Shield, made by Guardant Health, to screen for colon cancer in certain individuals. Although this test has been available commercially, FDA approval will help increase its availability and insurance coverage. What is the Shield Test? The test is approved for people… Continue reading FDA Approves New Blood Test For Colon Cancer
Study Finds a Link Between Anxiety and Dementia
A new study has found that people with anxiety might have nearly three times the risk of developing dementia later in life. This research is the first to look at how different levels of anxiety over time can affect the risk of dementia. Dr. Kay Khaing, the lead author, says that anxiety should now be… Continue reading Study Finds a Link Between Anxiety and Dementia
5 Steps for Supporting a Loved One with MDD
Your loved one is suddenly suffering with a depressed mood, lack of motivation, and a loss of interest in things they once loved. This person you care for needs help, but where do you start? Check out this article below full of tips and tricks for supporting a loved one with MDD. Mental Health America’s… Continue reading 5 Steps for Supporting a Loved One with MDD
Actinic Keratosis: A Warning Sign of Skin Cancer
Actinic keratosis (AK) is a common skin condition that serves as an early warning sign of skin cancer. In fact, about 58 million Americans have one or more spots of actinic keratosis! This condition shows up as rough, scaly patches or bumps on the skin. It is primarily caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV)… Continue reading Actinic Keratosis: A Warning Sign of Skin Cancer
Preparing for the Unexpected: What to Do During a Healthcare Service Outage
Early in the morning on July 19th, 2024, an IT glitch associated with Microsoft’s cloud computing services led to major outages to services worldwide. Airlines, health systems, law enforcement agencies, and banking were all affected. The outage was due to a faulty software update by the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike. Long lines formed at airports as… Continue reading Preparing for the Unexpected: What to Do During a Healthcare Service Outage