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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSleepiness After CoffeeCaffeinated DrinksHow to Feel Awake Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sleepiness After Coffee Caffeinated Drinks How to Feel Awake People drink coffee for its ability to increase alertness. However, for some people, coffee makes them more tired. This is likely due to caffeine blocking the receptors of a chemical found in human cells called adenosine. It may also be due to poor sleep habits or the development ofcaffeinetolerance....

The average adult gets two to three colds a year, and each can last about a week.Cold symptoms, likerunny noseandcough, generally tend to be mild. So, why do those same cold symptoms suddenly feel miserable when you’re trying to sleep? “Most people experience worsening cold symptoms at night,” said.John W. Seibert, MD, an otolaryngologist at the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center for Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences. There are a few reasons why this happens, according to experts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsWhen to Seek Emergency CareCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms When to Seek Emergency Care Causes Diagnosis Treatment Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)can lead to swelling, particularly in the feet, ankles, and legs (known as peripheraledema). As COPD impairs your lungs and heart, it affects your circulation, which leads to fluid retention. This swelling can be uncomfortable and limit your activity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFor Weight LossFor Weight GainBig PictureSpecial Precautions and RemindersFoods to Eat RegularlyFoods to Eat in Moderation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents For Weight Loss For Weight Gain Big Picture Special Precautions and Reminders Foods to Eat Regularly Foods to Eat in Moderation Macronutrients, or macros, are nutrients that your body needs in large amounts to perform everyday functions. The three macronutrients that fuel energy, store energy, and build and repair cells are carbohydrates, fats, and proteins....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesRisk FactorsHow Long It LastsSleep EffectsWhat to DoWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Risk Factors How Long It Lasts Sleep Effects What to Do When to See a Provider Infection with COVID-19 has been associated with trouble sleeping—both during the infection, and even after the infection has resolved. Often labeled as coronasomnia,sleep difficulties are considered one of thelong COVIDor post-COVID effects....

Key TakeawaysGenomic sequencing is used to monitor how the COVID-19 virus has changed throughout the pandemic.Sequencing results are not typically returned to the patients or healthcare providers since they’re only used for public health surveillance purposes.Experts say it’s less imperative for COVID-19 patients to know which variant they have because they would receive the same treatment and recovery protocols. Key Takeaways Genomic sequencing is used to monitor how the COVID-19 virus has changed throughout the pandemic....

Key TakeawaysExperts are calling for people with schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses be prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccines.Individuals with schizophrenia are found to be at a higher risk for severe COVID-19.Doctors have adapted their treatment plans during the pandemic to further reduce barriers for patients with schizophrenia. Key Takeaways Experts are calling for people with schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses be prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccines.Individuals with schizophrenia are found to be at a higher risk for severe COVID-19....

Key Themes From Our SurveyThe percentage of people who say they aren’t sure they’d get a COVID-19 vaccine is shrinking. These people are becoming acceptorsorgetting vaccinated.The number of people who personally know a vaccinated person has nearly doubled in four weeks.Many people are still confused about who is eligible to get vaccinated and how to get an appointment if you qualify. Key Themes From Our Survey The percentage of people who say they aren’t sure they’d get a COVID-19 vaccine is shrinking....

Key TakeawaysThe rate of COVID-19 hospitalizations for teens has been on the rise since this spring.New variants of the COVID virus are putting unvaccinated people at an even greater risk of getting sick.With the Pfizer vaccine approved for use in teens, vaccination is more important than ever. Key Takeaways The rate of COVID-19 hospitalizations for teens has been on the rise since this spring.New variants of the COVID virus are putting unvaccinated people at an even greater risk of getting sick....

InCPR, CAB refers to the specific order of steps:Chest Compressions, Airway, and Breathing. This is a change from ABC, the old order of CPR steps, which stood for Airway, Breathing, and Compressions. This change to the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Guidelines for CPR was implemented in 2010.The CPR guidelines changed from A-B-C to C-A-B to place greater importance on chest compressions and blood flow.This article covers the CPR guidelines and why chest compressions should be done first....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow X-Rays WorkWhat They DetectTypesRisksFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How X-Rays Work What They Detect Types Risks Frequently Asked Questions You are probably familiar with dentalX-raysfrom your trips to the dentist over the years. But what is the purpose of these X-rays, and why do we need them? Dentists use dental X-rays (radiographs) to diagnose dental disease or damage that is not visible on a clinical oral examination....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesPubertyPerimenopauseLifestyle FactorsHormonal Birth ControlPregnancyPelvic ConditionsEndocrine DisordersTracking Menstrual Cycle Changes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Puberty Perimenopause Lifestyle Factors Hormonal Birth Control Pregnancy Pelvic Conditions Endocrine Disorders Tracking Menstrual Cycle Changes A sudden change in menstrual cycle length, either shorter or longer, can result from several conditions and factors. An average menstrual cycle lasts 28 days—from the first day of menstruation (period bleeding) to the first day of your next period....

Key TakeawaysA new study found that three doses of a vaccine for tuberculosis (TB) were 92% effective at preventing COVID-19 in patients with type 1 diabetes.It’s long been known that the TB vaccine (BCG) offers broad protection against different pathogens because of the type of immune response it prompts in the body.Even though the TB vaccine could offer some protection against COVID, experts explain why we still needed COVID-specific vaccines....