In February 2023, I awoke to intense pain. My side felt as though I had been stabbed. For weeks, an ache had persisted, resembling a bad runner’s cramp. Now, it was unbearable. I had to brace myself against the wall just to stand. At the emergency room, doctors revealed lesions on my hip bones and […]
Research from the University of Florida suggests that a commonly used supplement, glucosamine, may hasten the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. The study, published in Nature Metabolism, reveals that those with mild cognitive impairment taking glucosamine were 25% more likely to develop dementia compared to non-users. Additionally, glucosamine use correlated with a 25% increased risk of […]
Two reports from U.S. investigators have highlighted issues with Medicare Advantage plans and how they reject requests for short-term nursing home or inpatient rehab services. The reports revealed that major insurers, who are responsible for selling Medicare Advantage plans, denied approximately 13% of patients’ requests to recover in a skilled nursing facility following surgery or […]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new sunscreen ingredient for American consumers. This event might seem routine, but it is notable since the last time the FDA authorized such an ingredient was in 1999. The delay traces back to an antiquated law enacted 88 years ago. Despite modern scientific advancements, the U.S. […]
A serious medical diagnosis doesn’t automatically qualify you for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Although many households face financial challenges due to loss of income, SSDI acts as a crucial safety net for those unable to work because of a qualifying disability. Who Qualifies for Social Security Disability Insurance? SSDI is administered by the […]
Deion Sanders, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and current football coach at the University of Colorado, has made history by playing in both a Super Bowl and a World Series. Despite these accomplishments, the past few years have tested his health far more than his stellar sports career ever did. Still, Sanders has emerged […]
A health worker disinfects an ambulance at the Mongbwalu treatment center, responding to a possible Ebola case in Mongbwalu, Congo. The outbreak, linked to the Bundibugyo virus, has led to 617 confirmed cases and 117 deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The Trump administration has proposed using a U.S. military base […]
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America, health officials are tracking various infectious diseases. With millions of fans arriving from around the globe, concerns extend beyond headline-making viruses. Authorities focus on illnesses such as measles, dengue, covid-19, and sexually transmitted infections. These diseases can spread rapidly in crowded events like the […]
Drug manufacturers are striving to innovate, aiming to match industry leaders Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk in the field of weight-loss treatments. They seek to offer an improved experience for patients. The surge in popularity of new weight-loss drugs often overshadows their drawbacks. Weekly injections can be inconvenient for patients, and these treatments may cause […]
Fight for Funding Planned Parenthood, facing the threat of losing federal funds, mobilized its supporters on Capitol Hill on Tuesday. Legislative measures aimed at cutting off Medicaid funding have put the organization in a challenging position. Medicaid serves as the primary financial resource for Planned Parenthood’s services, such as contraception and cancer screenings, and the […]