Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStepsFoods to TryTimelineTaste Not ReturningImportance of Taste Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Steps Foods to Try Timeline Taste Not Returning Importance of Taste A loss of taste (aguesia) is a common COVID-19 symptom that can last anywhere from moments to months. Along with looking at why COVID causesloss of taste, researchers are exploring what to expect when trying to get your taste back and ways to stimulate taste buds and the olfactory system post COVID....

On November 28, 2022, theWorld Health Organization (WHO) recommendedusing the term “mpox” instead of “monkeypox” in order to avoid racist and stigmatizing language when discussing the disease. Both terms will be used for the next year as WHO phases out usage of “monkeypox.” Key TakeawaysTesting for mpox allows clinicians to treat the illness and trace cases to minimize the spread.Health providers can currently only test for mpox in people who have developed lesions....

The HPV vaccine is most commonly used foradolescents aged 11 and 12, but can potentially be given to anyone aged 9 to 45.For those aged 13 to 17, Gardasil 9 is most often given in a doctor’s office, but can also be administered in other healthcare facilities like clinics, health departments, hospitals, and pharmacies. BSIP/UIG / Getty Images Although many health insurance companies will pay for the vaccine, coverage can vary among providers and policies based on a variety of factors....

Key TakeawaysSymptoms of iron deficiency include unexplained fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, or pale skin, but a blood test is the only way to confirm deficiency.Taking the supplement on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before a meal or two hours after a meal, is a common recommendation to enhance absorption, and vitamin C can also help your body absorb iron better.Certain substances, such as polyphenols, phytates, and tannins, can hinder iron absorption....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsComprehensive TreatmentWhat to Avoid With CialisHow It WorksHow to Take ItHow Quickly It WorksHow Long It LastsSide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Comprehensive Treatment What to Avoid With Cialis How It Works How to Take It How Quickly It Works How Long It Lasts Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Cialisis a prescription drug that contains the active ingredienttadalafil....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOral Care OrderHow Long and How OftenIngredients Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Oral Care Order How Long and How Often Ingredients Brushing and flossing are the most important measures for supporting oral health, but rinsing with mouthwash as an addition to these oral care practices is a simple way to get more out of your dental hygiene routine. Mouthwash is most associated withfreshening breath, but its health benefits include helping to prevent or control tooth decay, reducing plaque, and preventing or reducinggingivitis(gum inflammation)....

Key TakeawaysPickleball is a popular sport, especially among older adults.Without proper warmups and safety practices, playing pickleball can lead to sprains, fractures, and falls.Experts say the health and social benefits of pickleball still outweigh its risks as long as people are taking precautions. Key Takeaways Pickleball is a popular sport, especially among older adults.Without proper warmups and safety practices, playing pickleball can lead to sprains, fractures, and falls.Experts say the health and social benefits of pickleball still outweigh its risks as long as people are taking precautions....

Some people undergoing chemotherapy treatment may embrace their newly bald head and leave it uncovered, but others are more comfortable wearing a wig. Even when you expect hair loss, it can still be shocking to see it fall out. Planning for hair loss may help ease this transition. Having a wig available (even if only for special occasions) ahead of time can help. Wigs can be expensive, but medical insurance may cover the cost of a wig when chemotherapy causes hair loss....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMedical Record ContentsHow to Request RecordsWho Can RequestRecords ProvidedRecords DeniedCostIf a Practice ClosesCorrecting Errors Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Medical Record Contents How to Request Records Who Can Request Records Provided Records Denied Cost If a Practice Closes Correcting Errors Your medical records, also known as health records, are an important part of your care. Under federal law, you have the right to access the information contained in these records and to make updates or corrections when needed....

Insulin cannot be taken as a pill or tablet because digestive enzymes would break it down before it could get into the bloodstream. Therefore, it must be injected—a prospect that may sound scary but, in fact, is routine for six million people in the United States, according to research published in 2016 inDiabetes Spectrum. Whether you are new to self-injecting insulin with a syringe and needle, would like to fine-tune your technique or explore using aninsulin pumpor other alternative, or will be giving insulin shots to someone else regularly, there’s much to know about how best to administer this medication safely and effectively....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Lymphatic Drainage Massage Benefits Lymphatic Drainage Map of the Body Professional Lymph Node Massage Lymph Health Beyond Massage Lymphatic drainage massage, or manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), is a massage technique that helps improve the flow of lymphatic fluid through the body.Lymphatic fluid, called lymph, is a watery, protein-rich fluid containingwhite blood cellsthat help your body fight bacteria and viruses to keep you healthy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLeading FootAssistive DevicesSafety TipsStrength ExercisesAssisting Someone Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Leading Foot Assistive Devices Safety Tips Strength Exercises Assisting Someone To avoid falling while going up or down stairs after an injury or foot surgery, it is important to learn the correct techniques for negotiating steps. A big part of this is leading with the correct foot. Which one you should choose depends on the direction you are moving and the foot that is affected....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStretchesYoga Poses That Increase FlexibilityAt Work FlexibilityTherapy AidsTimeline Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stretches Yoga Poses That Increase Flexibility At Work Flexibility Therapy Aids Timeline Stretches to Become More Flexible Chest Stretch To perform achest stretch, you will need to: Hamstring Stretch Don’t Overdo ItOnce you feel a stretch in the back of your thigh, that is where you should stay, even if you don’t make it very far in the bend....