Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRisk FactorsEarly SignsSymptomsTypesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Risk Factors Early Signs Symptoms Types Treatment Delirium is a state of altered and fluctuating mental functioning that occurs abruptly. It is typically acute—once diagnosed and treated, the patient will over time return to their normal mental state. David Sacks / Getty Images While anyone can develop delirium, certain groups are much more likely to develop delirium in the hospital....

Delsym (dextromethorphan) and Robitussin-DM (guaifenesin and dextromethorphan) are over-the-counter (OTC) medications used to treat certain symptoms of the common cold. Both medications can reducecough, but Robitussin-DM can also help loosen mucus and relievechest congestion. Understanding the differences and similarities between Delsym and Robitussin-DM can help you make the decision that’s right for you. Getty Images |Bloomberg/ Contributor Main Differences and Similarities Delsym and Robitussin-DM contain the active ingredient dextromethorphan, acough suppressant....

Key TakeawaysThe Delta variant has become the dominant strain of coronavirus in the U.S.Available vaccines are effective against the Delta variant, but the infection rate from the virus is expected to go up in the pockets of the country where vaccination rates are low.As more people become infected, more information is emerging about long COVID. About 30% of those who contract COVID-19 appear to have persistent symptoms.Last week, infectious diseases experts from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health met to discuss two major public issues of the pandemic: the Delta variant and long-COVID....

Key TakeawaysThe Delta variant, which originated in India, now accounts for the most U.S. COVID-19 cases.Studies estimate Delta is 30-60% more transmissible than Alpha, the previously dominant variant.Vaccination remains the best tool to combat the spread and evolution of viral variants. Key Takeaways The Delta variant, which originated in India, now accounts for the most U.S. COVID-19 cases.Studies estimate Delta is 30-60% more transmissible than Alpha, the previously dominant variant.Vaccination remains the best tool to combat the spread and evolution of viral variants....

Key Takeaways With the rise of the Delta variant, some experts say COVID-19 is transforming into a series of regional epidemics rather than one global pandemic. The Delta variant continues to spread quickly around the world, which could take a toll on unvaccinated communities. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) classifies Delta as a Variant of Concern (VOC).It has infected both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, although vaccinated people tend to experience less severe symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFunctionDeltoid HeadsProblems With DeltoidsRisk Factors for Deltoid Muscle ProblemsRehabilitationKeeping Deltoids Healthy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Function Deltoid Heads Problems With Deltoids Risk Factors for Deltoid Muscle Problems Rehabilitation Keeping Deltoids Healthy The deltoid muscle is the main muscle of the shoulder. A triangle-shaped muscle, it helps move your upper arm and stabilizes the shoulder joint. The deltoid connects to theclavicle(collarbone), spine of thescapula(shoulder blade), andhumerus(upper arm bone)....

Key Takeaways Emma Nichols, MPH, a lead author of the study and a researcher at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, told Verywell that the research that “looked at forecasting the prevalence of dementia to 2050 is part of the Global Burden of Disease study, which is a larger effort to comprehensively quantify the burden of different diseases across the world and over time....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Dementia Affects Older AdultsRisk FactorsLife Expectancy for Different Types of DementiaFactors That Affect Life ExpectancyHow to Improve Your Quality of LifePreventing DementiaNext in Dementia Guide10 Signs Death Is Near When a Person Has Dementia Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Dementia Affects Older Adults Risk Factors Life Expectancy for Different Types of Dementia Factors That Affect Life Expectancy How to Improve Your Quality of Life...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristicsCausesImpact on RiskMammogram AccuracyAdditional Screening ToolsBreast Density Reporting Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics Causes Impact on Risk Mammogram Accuracy Additional Screening Tools Breast Density Reporting Having dense breasts is one of the risk factors associated with breast cancer. It means you have more glandular and fibrous tissue than fat tissue. Dense tissue makes it harder to detect breast cancer on amammogramso additional imaging tests may be required....

Key TakeawaysNew research links regular dental visits with lowered healthcare costs.The study specifically analyzed patients with diabetes and heart disease.Dentists stress the importance of regular dental care for your overall health. Key Takeaways New research links regular dental visits with lowered healthcare costs.The study specifically analyzed patients with diabetes and heart disease.Dentists stress the importance of regular dental care for your overall health. New research is linking routine dental care with lower healthcare costs for people with diabetes and heart disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsPurposeHow to PrepareDuring the ProcedureRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Purpose How to Prepare During the Procedure Recovery A dental implant procedure is when a dental specialist inserts artificial tooth roots into your jawbone. These implants bond with the bone, allowing the provider to place replacement teeth called crowns. Dental implants can be an option if you have one or more missing permanent teeth....

Valproate products include valproate sodium, divalproex sodium (Depakote and Depakote ER), and valproic acid. NIH / Pillbox Different Forms Valproate comes in different forms, including oral solutions, tablets, extended-release tablets, capsules with valproate sprinkles (these capsules can be swallowed whole or opened and the contents sprinkled on soft food for those with difficulty swallowing) and injections/IVs for those who can’t take oral medications. Why It’s Used to Treat Challenging Behaviors One of the difficulties in Alzheimer’s disease is thatpersonalitiesand behaviors can change as a result of the disease....

Key TakeawaysOn Tuesday, the Justice Department asked a federal judge to grant a temporary restraining order against Texas’ abortion ban, which would prevent the state from enforcing the law.Last week, the department also sued Texas for the law, which bans abortions after six weeks.Although S.B. 8 is being challenged, legal and reproductive health experts say that abortion clinics currently cannot provide abortion services to pregnant people after six weeks. Key Takeaways On Tuesday, the Justice Department asked a federal judge to grant a temporary restraining order against Texas’ abortion ban, which would prevent the state from enforcing the law....