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Cancer, Cannabis, and Choices: A Conversation of Hope and Caution
Beth, a 48-year-old woman, has recently started chemotherapy for Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC) breast cancer. She is experiencing pain,...
tamilee100
1 day ago6 min read


Carbon Monoxide Doesn’t Knock—It Sneaks In
You can’t see it. You can’t smell it. And you won’t even know that it’s there—until it’s too late. Carbon monoxide (CO) is often referred...
Penny Pratt
2 days ago3 min read


Understanding GeoSentinel: A Global Network for Travel Health
Alt text: GeoSentinel logo with a globe illustration on the right and a blurred background of people at an airport. Text reads:...
Dhanvin Raj Puppala
3 days ago3 min read


Should you shake your head if your foot fell asleep?
Woman shaking her head while listening to music. Last month, a viral post has gone around claiming that if "Your foot falls asleep you're...
kimberlyannecv
4 days ago3 min read


Scroll, Click, Repeat: How ADHD Became a Lifestyle
Doom-scrolling. Revenge bedtime scrolling. Brain-rot. These are all terms that come to the forefront of our minds when we consider how...
araghu2
Jun 73 min read


How Mental Health and Substance Use Shape the College Experience
In the United States, mental health is a prominent issue with an estimated one in five U.S. adults living with a mental illness (NIMH,...
jacoblindbert
Jun 74 min read


What is Fluoride and Why is it in my Water?
What is Fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral that is naturally occurring in many foods and water. In the world of dentistry, fluoride is used...
jacoblindbert
Jun 53 min read


Is Your Difficult-to-Control Type 2 Diabetes Due to Underlying Hypercortisolism: Are Doctors Missing the Diagnosis?
Primary care physicians are often the gatekeeper and initial caretaker of most patients. They need to be aware of the risks when...
Rachelle DiMedia
Jun 514 min read


The Global Plan of Action for the Health of Indigenous Peoples
Who are Indigenous Peoples? Indigenous Peoples comprise 6.2% of the global population, consisting of 5,000 distinct groups that total 476...
Cathy Tse
Jun 34 min read


Stress can make you sick!
Stress is a normal psychological and physiological reaction to demands. In small amounts it can be motivational, but consistent and...
Julie Joseph
Jun 33 min read


Healing with Harmony: The Basics of Music Therapy
Imagine you just went through a breakup and you are sitting on your bed eating a tub of ice cream crying your heart out to Drivers...
Bri
Jun 32 min read


Breaking the Lyme Cycle: Debunking the Myths and Understanding the Disease
What is Lyme Disease? Â Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused primarily by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and, less commonly,...
Penny Pratt
Jun 26 min read


"Unraveling the Mystery of Adult-Onset Still's Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options"
Adult-Onset Still's Disease (AOSD) is a rare and systemic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects adults, typically manifesting with...
Jennifer John
Jun 25 min read


What are the Long-Term Health Risks of PFOS and PFOA Contamination in Drinking Water Worldwide?
In recent years, concerns surrounding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) , specifically PFOS Â (perfluorooctane sulfonate) and...
Jennifer John
May 295 min read


Gestational Diabetes: What it Means for Your Pregnancy
Your doctor informed you that you have gestational diabetes. What’s next? Well, let’s begin by understanding what precisely gestational...
Emma Hodzic
May 253 min read


Understanding Food Dye Bans: What’s Behind the Crackdown on Artificial Colors?
Do recently enacted bans on food dyes have you seeing red? Is there really any harm in adding a little pop of color to beverages, candy,...
Linda Gerace, BSN, RN
May 249 min read


Dust Mite Allergies: The Unseen Battle That's Harder to Win
Just Diagnosed with Dust Mite Allergy? by Denise Love I. Introduction You finally figured out what's been making you sniffle, sneeze, and...
denise7240
May 195 min read


Enhancing Fall Prevention for Older Adults through 1-Year Mortality Prediction Models
Abstract :Â Hip fractures in older adults often lead to long-term disability and significantly increased mortality. The majority of hip...
Victor Tse
May 163 min read


Empower Your Health: The Benefits of Using a Patient Portal
Patient Portal Engaging with the information found on the patient portal, you become the captain of your ship, making informed decisions...
Tammy Fogle MSN, RN
May 163 min read


Healthcare: A human right imperative
Access to healthcare is one of the most vital yet basic human rights recognized universally. Though we may disagree on countless life...
Siphosami Ndala
May 86 min read
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