Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnnual Flu DeathsWhen Is It Fatal?Who’s at Risk?PreparationTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Annual Flu Deaths When Is It Fatal? Who’s at Risk? Preparation Treatment Influenza, commonly known as “the flu,” is a virus that affects millions of people in the United States each year. Most people recover after a short bout of illness. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that between 1999 and 2022, 1....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrescription MedicationsTherapiesAlternative TreatmentsLifestyleNext in Depression GuideDifferent Types of Depression: An Overview Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prescription Medications Therapies Alternative Treatments Lifestyle Next in Depression Guide If you’ve been diagnosed with clinicaldepression, also known as major depressive disorder (MDD), rest assured there are many treatment options available. Some people will experience only one depressive episode in their life, while others may have depression throughout their lives and require ongoing treatment....

This article is part of our series looking at how Black Americans navigate the healthcare system. According to ourexclusive survey, one in three Black Americans report having experienced racism while seeking medical care. In aroundtable conversation, our Medical Expert Board called for better representation among providers to help solve this widespread problem. Key TakeawaysNavigating pregnancy and birth as someone with type 1 diabetes can be challenging.People with type 1 diabetes are at a higher risk for birthing complications like preeclampsia and insulin resistance....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentManagementFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Management Frequently Asked Questions Diabetic neuropathyis a common complication ofdiabetesthat develops in about 50% of people with the condition.Chronically high blood sugar levels associated with diabetes can cause nerve damage. This nerve damage can lead to burning pain,paresthesia(a feeling of pins and needles), weakness, and numbness (loss of sensation)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Diarrhea Affects the PillRecommendationsAlternative MethodsWhen to Call a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Diarrhea Affects the Pill Recommendations Alternative Methods When to Call a Healthcare Provider Diarrhea can makebirth control pillsless effective. If you use oral birth control, even one episode ofdiarrheacan slightly increase your risk of becoming pregnant. This article explains how diarrhea can negatively affect birth control....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Diarrhea-predominant IBS (IBS-D) is a subtype ofirritable bowel syndromethat causes frequent bouts of diarrhea with abdominal pain and bloating. IBS-D is considered a disorder of gut-brain interaction (previously called afunctional gastrointestinal disorder), in which there is no visible disease to account for the symptoms. The diagnosis of IBS-D is based on the exclusion of all other possible causes....

This story ispart of a serieswhere we look at the ways COVID-19 has changed our lives and how it will continue to affect public health in 2022. Key TakeawaysDuring the pandemic, substance abuse has risen in the U.S.While the government has contributed funds for opioid overdose prevention, experts say there needs to be an investment in addressing the root causes of addiction.Experts say some positive trends, like increased access to Narcan, are likely here to stay....

Key Takeaways Cuba on Monday became the first country toadminister COVID-19 shotsto children as young as two years old. The country is using its own vaccine, Soberana 2, which claims to be 90% efficacious when combined with a booster called Soberana Plus. Data on Cuba’s vaccines has not been published in peer-reviewed journals, but local health authorities have authorized them for emergency use, according to Reuters. Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Less Likely to Cause Side Effects...

Key TakeawaysColorectal cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in the United States.Black people are about 20% more likely to receive a diagnosis of colorectal cancer and about 40% more likely to die from it than most other racial and ethnic groups. However, there is not much evidence on how people in this population can reduce their risk.A new study of more than 70,000 people showed that polyphenol intake was lower among Black people than white people, which may contribute to their increased risk of developing colorectal cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen It FormsStagingTreatmentHealingCareRisk Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When It Forms Staging Treatment Healing Care Risk Pressure ulcers are staged—or named—based on symptoms and the extent of damage. This system provides a way of describing the type of pressure ulcer. Prevention and early diagnosis are crucial to avoid severe problems. Without care, this type of wound can become infected. This can put you at risk of extreme outcomes likesepsis(a full-body response to an infection in your bloodstream)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is DHT?DHT FunctionDHT vs. TestosteroneEffect of High LevelsEffect of Low LevelsLowering DHTSide Effects of DHT Blockers Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is DHT? DHT Function DHT vs. Testosterone Effect of High Levels Effect of Low Levels Lowering DHT Side Effects of DHT Blockers Dihydrotestosterone(DHT) is an androgen that promotes the growth of facial hair, body hair, and pubic hair during puberty in those assigned male at birth....

Diprivan, or propofol, is a short-acting sedative that is used primarily for the induction of generalanesthesiaand sedation in intensive care units. It is also used for minor outpatient procedures that requiremonitored anesthesia careto keep the patient calm, pain-free, and still. Diprivan is a powerful medication, but it has a very short half-life, meaning the drug wears off very quickly. Many sedatives linger in the body for hours or days, making Diprivan the primary drug used for short periods of sedation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Direct Access?Benefits of Direct AccessIs Direct Access Safe?Who Can Self-Refer?Direct Access Policies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Direct Access? Benefits of Direct Access Is Direct Access Safe? Who Can Self-Refer? Direct Access Policies This article will discuss what direct access is and how it is used for physical therapy services. It will also discuss how direct access differs depending on your health insurance plan and the state where you live....