Heat Vs. Ice: Which Does Your Injury Need?
Heat vs. ice—the classic battle. When you experience a minor injury, you’re probably considering some old-fashioned, DIY pain management: heat or ice. Which works best? You don’t have to guess any longer. By understanding what to use on your pains and strains, you can help your injury heal.
COPD in Women and Underserved Populations
COPD is one of the most common lung-related diseases in the world, and it affects women more than men. Learn why your risk for COPD can be different depending on who you are and get tips for managing this often-debilitating condition.
Diabetes Management as You Get Older
For proper diabetes management, it’s important to check your blood sugar level regularly and check in with your care provider to make sure your diabetes treatment stays on track. By making your health a priority as you age, you can prevent other health problems related to diabetes and live a longer, fuller life.
Safe Medication Disposal
If you have old or unused medication, you may be tempted to flush your pills down the toilet or throw the bottles in the trash. But disposing of or storing medications in an unsafe manner can have serious effects.
Diagnosing and Treating ADHD in Adults
Do you have difficulty completing tasks, are disorganized, daydream frequently, procrastinate or have trouble staying motivated? You may have ADHD. Learn the symptoms and treatment options so you can get help if you need it.
Broken Bones: How to Spot Them and Where to Seek Care
Your bones can bear a lot, but they have breaking points. Broken bones occur when these important parts of your skeletal framework meet more force than they can handle.
Trauma Response: Understanding How Trauma Affects Everyone Differently
Recognizing a trauma response will help provide a lifetime of healing and better medical care.
How to Avoid Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States–but it doesn’t have to be.
Lymphedema: A Common Cancer Treatment Side Effect
Treating cancer can have unintended consequences. One is lymphedema, which is swelling that occurs in an area of the body where there is surgery/radiation to treat cancer. Managing this condition can help you enjoy the best quality of life possible during and after cancer treatment.
COPD and Allergies
Indoor and outdoor allergens may worsen COPD symptoms, including asthma. Avoiding them is your best course of action, but what do you do if you can’t?