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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder that has long been believed to be more prevalent in men than in women. The National Institute for Health (NIH) now states that women are more susceptible than previously thought. Because OSA has been thought to be less frequent in women, the diagnoses among them have been … Devamını oku

There are 6.5 million people suffering from chronic wounds in the United States, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). A chronic wound is a wound that will not heal in a usual amount of time. If a wound has not healed within eight weeks, it is determined to be chronic. An aging population, … Devamını oku

Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, known collectively as psoriatic diseases, have a worldwide impact and a large presence in the United States.  Two to three percent of the world’s population is estimated to be living with psoriasis. Of the 125 million in that number, eight million are Americans. Research shows that between ten percent and thirty percent … Devamını oku

Recently, Reyvow (lasmiditan) tablets for the acute treatment of migraine headaches in adults were approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). While Reyvow is not preventative, it is expected to relieve symptoms. About twelve percent of Americans experience migraines.  In one recent year, 20.0% of women and 9.7% of men aged 18 years and older had … Devamını oku

Statistics show that tick-borne diseases are rising. Lyme disease, Colorado tick fever and Rocky Mountain spotted fever are a few of the illnesses known to be spread by ticks. In addition, summer brings opportunities for the increase of many parasitic diseases spread in other ways. Activities such as going outside and becoming exposed to insects, … Devamını oku

Reports of recent mumps outbreaks in detention centers have put the spotlight back on a disease whose presence in the United States had dropped dramatically since the 1960s. News reports indicate that over 2,200 people in two immigration detention centers have been exposed to mumps, resulting in a 25-day quarantine of those detainees that began … Devamını oku

Despite recent vaccine controversy, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) still strongly recommends the practice. The American Academy of Pediatrics agrees. Despite the opinions of these reputable organizations and others, there are still those who question whether vaccinations help or hurt people. Where the Vaccine Controversy Started The vaccine controversy began in 1998 … Devamını oku

Almost 50 million Americans experience chronic or severe pain, according to the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. The report, published by the American Pain Society, estimated that 25 million suffered daily chronic pain while over 23 million felt severe pain every day. NIH also states that experiencing pain … Devamını oku

The number of middle school and high school students who use tobacco products has increased to 4.9 million, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC report stated a rise in the use of e-cigarettes is responsible for the upturn in tobacco usage among the students. This negates what had been … Devamını oku

The body’s cardiovascular system ensures that oxygen- and nutrient-rich blood reaches each organ in order for them to function properly. When renal artery stenosis (RAS) occurs, not only does improper blood flow prevent the kidneys from doing their job, the risk of high blood pressure (hypertension) increases. The National Institutes of Health reports that RAS … Devamını oku