Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Dating is both exciting and nerve-wracking! You may meet someone you feel a connection with and are interested in getting to know more. This means sharing more about yourself. When you have a chronic condition like non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS), it can come with… Continue reading Tips to Dating with nrSPMS
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Is Driving While Living with nrSPMS Possible?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Getting a car is an important milestone! It represents freedom for many people; the ability to drive where you want, when you want. But for people with multiple sclerosis, driving can get more and more challenging over time. MS affects the nervous system, leading to physical,… Continue reading Is Driving While Living with nrSPMS Possible?
7 Signs of Menopause & How to Manage Them
Menopause os confirmed after 12 months with a menstrual period, but many don’t realize the transition starts long before. This phases, called perimenopause, can bring about a wide variety of symptoms that many associate with menopause itself. What Are the Signs of Menopause? The signs of menopause can begin years before periods completely stop.… Continue reading 7 Signs of Menopause & How to Manage Them
Minority Populations and MASH: Genetic and Lifestyle Factors
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There are some conditions that are found more often in certain racial and ethnic groups. Sickle cell disease is more common in people of African, African-American, or Mediterranean descent. Tay-Sachs disease is more common in people of Ashkenazi Jewish or French-Canadian descent. In the United States,… Continue reading Minority Populations and MASH: Genetic and Lifestyle Factors
Starting Your MASH Treatment Journey: What You Need to Know
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Being diagnosed with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) can be overwhelming! You probably have a lot of questions about what comes next, how the disease affects your body, and what treatment looks like. The good news is that with the right steps, many people can slow down… Continue reading Starting Your MASH Treatment Journey: What You Need to Know
Why Testing for MASH Is Important Even If You Feel Fine
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Groups like the World Health Organization and independent researchers alike have looked at the global incidence rate of a number of diseases over the past few decades. Cardiovascular diseases, cancers, neonatal disorders and musculoskeletal disorders are the most common. They affected over 1.2 billion people in… Continue reading Why Testing for MASH Is Important Even If You Feel Fine
Can Weight Loss Reverse MASH? The Truth About Treatment Options
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA People often think of the condition MASH as being a weight issue. MASH, which stands for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, is a liver condition that affects millions of people worldwide. MASH is a more severe form of another disease called MASLD, which used to be called NAFLD.… Continue reading Can Weight Loss Reverse MASH? The Truth About Treatment Options
How to Get Your Partner to Support Your Weight Loss Goals
Losing weight is a personal journey, but having support from your partner can make a big difference in staying motivated and seeing success. Weight loss is one of the most common goals people set for themselves. But few see sustained success! Whatever your reason, whether you are trying to improve your health, build confidence, or… Continue reading How to Get Your Partner to Support Your Weight Loss Goals
Setting and Respecting Your Food and Exercise Boundaries In a Relationship
How are you at setting boundaries in a relationship? This is an important step to take and can help protect you and your partner’s well-being. This is especially true when it comes to food and exercise! For anyone who has started a GLP-1 medication, you know that there are a lot of changes to your… Continue reading Setting and Respecting Your Food and Exercise Boundaries In a Relationship
The History of Racism in Healthcare: Unearthing Inequities and Healing for the Future
Racism in healthcare is a deeply rooted issue that stretches back centuries. Its origins are interwoven with the history of slavery, medical experimentation, and systemic inequities. Understanding this historical context is crucial as we strive to address the ongoing disparities faced by marginalized communities. This article delves into the multifaceted dimensions of racism in gynecology,… Continue reading The History of Racism in Healthcare: Unearthing Inequities and Healing for the Future