Conditions Stories
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Sleepless Nights, Hair Loss and Cracked Teeth: Pandemic Stress Takes Its Toll
Since the pandemic began, people are reporting headaches, hair loss, upset stomach, sudden outbreaks of shingles and flare-ups of autoimmune disorders. -
A Little Known Killer on the Rise: Sepsis
Sepsis is a serious condition that can result from an infection, but, what causes it and can how can it be treated? -
Researchers Look at 4 Meds for Neuropathic Pain
Neuropathic, nerve, pain is among the hardest pains to treat. A research team looked at four commonly used medications. -
Cocaine Overdose Deaths in U.S. Triple Between 2013 and 2018
In 2017, someone living in the US was more likely to die from a drug overdose than in a car accident. -
Did You Know These 9 Facts About Strokes?
Stroke is the number 5 cause of death in the United States and about 80% are preventable. But when a stroke does occur, it is important to recognize the symptoms so you can be treated as quickly as... -
When Watching for COVID-19, Look at the Skin You’re In
Skin rashes, on the hands and feet especially, are often the first indication of a Covid-19 infection in those who otherwise show no symptoms. -
President Trump Got Dexamethasone. Can You?
Despite persistent and ongoing dexamethasone shortages, President Trump received the drug while undergoing treatment for COVID-19. Will you be able to if you need it? -
Did You Know These 9 Facts About Heart Attacks?
Did you know that a heart attack isn't the same thing as a cardiac arrest? Or that women can have different heart attack symptoms? This slideshow shares some information you might find helpful. -
10 Heart Meds Given on Discharge? To Seniors? Yes
More than 50% of older adults hospitalized with heart failure go home with double the number of medications. Polypharmacy can cause adverse interactions. -
Help Pregnant Women: Report Zika Diagnoses
Zika infection, spread mostly by mosquito, is under-reported in the U.S., making it harder for public health officials to protect the public. -
9 COVID-19 Symptoms You May Not Expect
Here are 9 COVID-related symptoms that you may not have heard of. From hair loss to hearing loss, and more. -
Don’t Delay Trauma Care, Even for an Hour
The “golden hour” is the one hour period, prehospital time, that a patient requires treatment before death or disability is likely imminent.