As the warmth of spring beckons, so do the gatherings and festivities that come with the season! However, navigating social events for anyone managing chronic illnesses and pain can present unique challenges. Chronic pain in particular can throw up roadblocks left and right. Besides the physical side effects that make it hard to engage in… Continue reading Navigating Social Events with Chronic Pain
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Unveiling the Hidden Struggle: Teenage Boys and Mental Health
Recent insights into teenage mental health reveal a sobering reality: young men are grappling with depression and anxiety at rates comparable to their female counterparts. Yet, many boys face undetected mental health challenges, lacking the support and intervention they desperately need. Boys may express mental distress through irritability, aggression, and impulsivity rather than traditional signs… Continue reading Unveiling the Hidden Struggle: Teenage Boys and Mental Health
Depression Poses Higher Heart Disease Risk for Women
New research has found a concerning connection between depression and heart disease. Researchers found a particularly strong connection in the heightened risk for women. Analysis of data spanning from 2005 to 2022 revealed that women with depression face a 64% increased risk of heart disease compared to men. The study involved over 4 million participants.… Continue reading Depression Poses Higher Heart Disease Risk for Women
Sweetened Beverages Linked to Increased Heart Risk
In a recently published study, researchers shed light on a concerning link between sweetened beverage consumption and atrial fibrillation (A-fib). This is a potentially dangerous heart risk characterized by an irregular heartbeat. Atrial fibrillation is a serious health concern. It is known to lead to complications such as stroke, blood clots, and heart failure. It… Continue reading Sweetened Beverages Linked to Increased Heart Risk
The Emotional Struggle of Chronic Conditions
Living with a chronic health condition can be overwhelming and emotionally taxing. From managing symptoms to making lifestyle adjustments, people with chronic illnesses face numerous challenges on a daily basis. Often times, there is important information you need to read or watch to help manage symptoms. We here at PLM try to bring a lot… Continue reading The Emotional Struggle of Chronic Conditions
A New Treatment Method? Machine Learning and Lupus
A new study has looked into the transformative impact of machine learning (ML) on the study of lupus disease. ML offers a range of possibilities, such as building predictive models, identifying novel biomarkers, and enhancing our understanding of disease pathogenesis and progression. The researchers conducted a thorough review of 192 studies on ML and SLE… Continue reading A New Treatment Method? Machine Learning and Lupus
Children With Mental Health Conditions Recover More Slowly From Concussions
A recent study showed that children with preexisting mental health problems face more challenges in recovering from concussions. The research, led by Dr. Matthew Grady from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, found that troubled kids not only exhibit more emotional symptoms after a concussion but also take a longer time to fully recover. The study… Continue reading Children With Mental Health Conditions Recover More Slowly From Concussions
Weight-loss Drug Shown To Reduce Risk of Heart Conditions
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Novo Nordisk’s application to include cardiovascular benefits on the label of Wegovy, a weight-loss drug. This makes Wegovy the first weight-loss medication authorized to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or heart-related death in individuals at higher risk for these conditions. The label expansion could… Continue reading Weight-loss Drug Shown To Reduce Risk of Heart Conditions
Ozempic Shown to Reduce Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease
Novo Nordisk’s diabetes drug, Ozempic, has shown promising results in a late-stage study, indicating a 24% reduction in the risk of death from major cardiac events and progression of chronic kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes. This is significant news for a number of reasons. Drugs from the GLP-1 class, which Ozempic belongs… Continue reading Ozempic Shown to Reduce Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
March is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month! This time serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about multiple sclerosis, a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. The purpose of MS Awareness Month is to educate, promote understanding, and support those affected by the condition. Multiple sclerosis is one of the largest communities… Continue reading March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month