In December of 2021, 68-year-old supermodel Christie Brinkley underwent eye surgery for the treatment of a serious type of glaucoma, which could have resulted in vision loss if not treated on time. The supermodel is now raising awareness about adding a yearly eye check up to your routine physical exam to catch any issues in their initial stage. She was diagnosed with acute angle closure, which is a type of glaucoma that can cause vision...
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Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints of the body. It can affect people of all ages, from children to seniors, and can be both chronic and acute. The two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Thus, Osteoarthritis typically affects the joint surfaces between bones, while rheumatoid arthritis usually affects the lining tissue of a joint. Diagnosis & Treatment of Arthritis In order...
Get up and smell the coffee. Well, this adage may mean different things to different people. While it literally may mean facing the harsh reality, smelling the coffee can stir happy memories. Weird but true, certain smells or aromas can make you feel happy and snap out of a bad mood. At the same time, it may be the smell of coffee and cinnamon for some. For others, it may be the aroma of freshly...
Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world and is the second most common cause of death in the United States. Thanks to the evolution of modern health sciences, millions of cancer patients successfully beat the disease, but there are millions more who have lower fewerchances of survival due to a late diagnosis. This is where Galleri comes in. Galleri is an early cancer-detection blood test, manufactured by the parent company GRAIL. GRAIL...
As we stand on the precipice of the technological revolution of the 21st century, the sphere of healthcare is set to transform drastically. The synthesis of data, technology, and human ingenuity is beginning to redefine how healthcare is perceived, delivered, and managed. Now, let’s dive deep and figure out the future of healthcare: Technological Disruption One of the most prominent factors that will shape healthcare is the advancement in technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) is set...
Maria Kang spent years building her life around fitness, healthy food and wellness. Known online as the “No Excuse Mom,” the California mother of three became a familiar face in the fitness world after a photo of her sculpted body with her young sons went viral in 2013. More than a decade later, Kang faced a diagnosis that challenged everything she believed about health. In November 2023, she learned she had Stage 4 colon cancer....
Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It spreads through contaminated blood, commonly among individuals who share needles or have been exposed to unsterilized equipment. Hepatitis C often leads to mild or chronic hepatitis, which may lead to complications such as liver damage, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and even death. However, the good news is that there is a treatment for hepatitis C! Understanding Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a...
Get up and smell the coffee. Well, this adage may mean different things to different people. While it literally may mean facing the harsh reality, smelling the coffee can stir happy memories. Weird but true, certain smells or aromas can make you feel happy and snap out of a bad mood. At the same time, it may be the smell of coffee and cinnamon for some. For others, it may be the aroma of...
On October 10, President Trump quietly returned to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for a second full check-up this year. It caught some off guard, since he already had a physical back in April. Still, the White House says everything is under control. The visit wasn’t an emergency or a sudden concern. Officials called it a “routine yearly checkup,” even though it came just six months after his last one. Trump himself brushed it...
In December of 2021, 68-year-old supermodel Christie Brinkley underwent eye surgery for the treatment of a serious type of glaucoma, which could have resulted in vision loss if not treated on time. The supermodel is now raising awareness about adding a yearly eye check up to your routine physical exam to catch any issues in their initial stage. She was diagnosed with acute angle closure, which is a type of glaucoma that can cause vision...
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints of the body. It can affect people of all ages, from children to seniors, and can be both chronic and acute. The two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Thus, Osteoarthritis typically affects the joint surfaces between bones, while rheumatoid arthritis usually affects the lining tissue of a joint. Diagnosis & Treatment of Arthritis In order...
Get up and smell the coffee. Well, this adage may mean different things to different people. While it literally may mean facing the harsh reality, smelling the coffee can stir happy memories. Weird but true, certain smells or aromas can make you feel happy and snap out of a bad mood. At the same time, it may be the smell of coffee and cinnamon for some. For others, it may be the aroma of freshly...
Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world and is the second most common cause of death in the United States. Thanks to the evolution of modern health sciences, millions of cancer patients successfully beat the disease, but there are millions more who have lower fewerchances of survival due to a late diagnosis. This is where Galleri comes in. Galleri is an early cancer-detection blood test, manufactured by the parent company GRAIL. GRAIL...
As we stand on the precipice of the technological revolution of the 21st century, the sphere of healthcare is set to transform drastically. The synthesis of data, technology, and human ingenuity is beginning to redefine how healthcare is perceived, delivered, and managed. Now, let’s dive deep and figure out the future of healthcare: Technological Disruption One of the most prominent factors that will shape healthcare is the advancement in technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) is set...
Maria Kang spent years building her life around fitness, healthy food and wellness. Known online as the “No Excuse Mom,” the California mother of three became a familiar face in the fitness world after a photo of her sculpted body with her young sons went viral in 2013. More than a decade later, Kang faced a diagnosis that challenged everything she believed about health. In November 2023, she learned she had Stage 4 colon cancer....
Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It spreads through contaminated blood, commonly among individuals who share needles or have been exposed to unsterilized equipment. Hepatitis C often leads to mild or chronic hepatitis, which may lead to complications such as liver damage, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and even death. However, the good news is that there is a treatment for hepatitis C! Understanding Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a...
Get up and smell the coffee. Well, this adage may mean different things to different people. While it literally may mean facing the harsh reality, smelling the coffee can stir happy memories. Weird but true, certain smells or aromas can make you feel happy and snap out of a bad mood. At the same time, it may be the smell of coffee and cinnamon for some. For others, it may be the aroma of...
On October 10, President Trump quietly returned to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for a second full check-up this year. It caught some off guard, since he already had a physical back in April. Still, the White House says everything is under control. The visit wasn’t an emergency or a sudden concern. Officials called it a “routine yearly checkup,” even though it came just six months after his last one. Trump himself brushed it...
