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
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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
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
Mimic Diseases: Why Amyloidosis Can be Hard to Diagnose
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Getting the right diagnosis in medicine is a crucial first step in treating any illness. However, diagnosing diseases is often more challenging than it seems, especially when dealing with rare conditions like amyloidosis. You may be wondering why diagnosing diseases, in general, can be difficult. Why… Continue reading Mimic Diseases: Why Amyloidosis Can be Hard to Diagnose
End-Stage Amyloidosis: What to Expect for Patients and Caregivers
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA End-stage amyloidosis is a phase of the disease where the condition has progressed to its most severe form. At this stage, patients experience significant symptoms affecting multiple organ systems, and the focus of care shifts towards managing symptoms and improving quality of life. It can be… Continue reading End-Stage Amyloidosis: What to Expect for Patients and Caregivers
Biomarkers: Understanding their Importance in Diagnosing Amyloidosis
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Some medical terminology can lose people immediately. If you are researching a condition and come across a phrase that seems important but is complicated, you might choose to skip right past it! For a disease like amyloidosis, that may be the term “biomarkers.” Biomarkers are indicators… Continue reading Biomarkers: Understanding their Importance in Diagnosing Amyloidosis
Fibromyalgia: Self-Care Tips during a flare up
4-6% of Americans are living with fibromyalgia, which is characterized by widespread body pain or aching muscles (myalgia) and multiple points on the body that are tender to the touch, called tender points. During a flare, you may experience pain throughout the body, brain fog, sleep issues, increased sensitivity to stimuli, intestinal issues, and emotional… Continue reading Fibromyalgia: Self-Care Tips during a flare up
Improving Form and Safety During Home-Based Therapy for Pain Management
In recent years, home-based virtual therapy sessions have become a popular and effective way to manage pain. This approach has a number of benefits, including convenience and increased accessibility. Through companies like Kaia Health, people suffering from chronic pain are able to access personalized care from health professionals. They are given the tools and routines… Continue reading Improving Form and Safety During Home-Based Therapy for Pain Management
FDA Approves First Nasal Spray for Severe Allergic Reactions
In a groundbreaking development, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the first nasal spray for treating severe allergic reactions. This treatment, called Neffy, is the first needle-free alternative to traditional methods like the EpiPen. This new product is a big step forward in the treatment of life-threatening allergic reactions. Understanding Severe Allergies… Continue reading FDA Approves First Nasal Spray for Severe Allergic Reactions