Why Are Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases So Common in the US?
Also known as CLRDs, these diseases affect the lungs and airways. They are characterized by wheezing and shortness of breath caused by an obstruction in the airway. Statistics show that chronic lower respiratory diseases led to 47.8 deaths/per 100,000 population, making it the fourth-leading cause of death in the US in 2019. CLRD includes three health conditions […]
3 Most Common Sexually Transmitted Diseases in the US
Sexually transmitted diseases or infections are becoming increasingly common in the US. As the name suggests, these are diseases acquired when two people have sexual contact. During sexual interaction, viruses, parasites, and bacteria may pass from one person to another in blood, vaginal fluids, or semen, causing sexually transmitted diseases. However, in some situations, STDs […]
4 Major Categories of Anemia and Their Treatment
Anemia is more common than you might think. Nearly three million people in the US have some form of anemia. It is a condition where the RBCs (red blood cells) circulating in the body drop. It is a severe condition because when the RBCs decline, the blood cannot provide adequate oxygen to the body. And the lack […]
EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ANEMIA
WHY USE MEDICATION FOR DEPRESSION
Why Use Medication for Depression
According to the statistics shared by the DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance): Nearly 17.3 million adults in the US are affected by major depressive disorder. It is around 7.1 percent of the population. Around 7 million seniors (aged above 65) have depression. Depression is a leading contributor to the global disease burden because research shows […]
Signing Up for Relevant Patient Assistant Programs in Easy Steps
Are you burdened with the financial cost of your prescription treatment? Don’t think you can afford the cost of medication; hence, you might have to forego the treatment completely. Then, the best way to say goodbye to your financial worries is to sign up for relevant patient assistance programs. A patient or prescription assistance program […]
The Commonly Observed Side-Effects of Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is designed to treat various types of cancer. Cancer cells grow faster than normal healthy cells, and the role of chemo drugs is to stop them from growing. But as chemo drugs travel the whole body, they often affect normal and fast-growing healthy cells. The damage these drugs cause to healthy cells results in […]
How to Deal With Diarrheal Diseases
Loose and watery bowel movements are more common than you think. However, when accompanied by more serious symptoms such as vomiting and nausea, they may call for attention. Diarrheal diseases are usually short-lived and can be treated with oral rehydration solution. However, managing diarrheal symptoms can sometimes require more intensive care. How to Manage Diarrheal Diseases […]
All the Tell-Tale Symptoms of Dementia
While dementia usually affects older adults, it isn’t considered normal in the cycle of aging. Currently, over 55 million people live with the disease worldwide, and there are approximately 10 million new cases every year. People mostly associate the disease with memory loss. However, it is an amalgamation of a number of symptoms. Recognizing dementia symptoms can […]