A migraine is a neurological condition that causes moderate to severe recurring headaches and related symptoms. They affect about 38 million Americans each year. The duration and frequency vary widely. You may have multiple headaches each week or one or two a year. They can last for a few hours or several days. Most patients also experience nausea and visual sensations … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know about Living with Migraines
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A Quick Guide to Pneumonia
If you have respiratory symptoms, you may be wondering if you have a cold, flu, or covid-19. On top of that, there's another question to consider. How does pneumonia fit into this? When you have an infection that makes the alveoli or air sacs in your lungs fill with fluid or pus, that’s pneumonia. In addition to other causes, colds, flus, and covid-19 can each lead to … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide to Pneumonia
Say Goodbye to Hand Dermatitis
If you spent more time washing your hands this past year, you may have experienced hand dermatitis for the first time. It’s a condition that’s becoming more common. Hand dermatitis is partly based on your biology and partly on your behavior. It can be triggered by prolonged exposure to water and harsh chemicals. That’s why it’s often an issue for professionals like doctors, … [Read more...] about Say Goodbye to Hand Dermatitis
The Surprising Connection Between Sleep and Heart Health
Diet and exercise may be the first things that come to mind when you think about taking care of your heart. However, what you do overnight counts too. Sleep deficiencies can contribute to many heart conditions, and heart troubles can make it difficult to sleep. Experts have been aware of a link between sleep apnea and high blood pressure for many years. Now, ongoing research … [Read more...] about The Surprising Connection Between Sleep and Heart Health