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In the US, every 23 seconds, a fire department responds to a fire somewhere in the nation. Although the number of fires and fire deaths has decreased significantly since the 1970s, few statistics are quite troubling. But the question lies, are you aware that if a fire starts at your home, you may have as little…

With the right treatment, people can cure hepatitis C quite easily. However, antiviral treatment could be expensive, especially with little or no health insurance coverage. Here are some strategies you can use that can help you manage the costs of hepatitis C. Check your eligibility for medical benefits It is easy to manage the treatment…

If you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you will likely see your rheumatologist regularly. Scheduled appointments allow you to give the opportunity. It monitors the disease progress, tracks flares, identifies triggers, and adjusts medications. You should also take the time to report any lifestyle modifications like an increase in dietary or exercise changes. However, between your…

Wheezing refers to a high-pitched whistling sound that happens while you are breathing in or out. The reason behind wheezing is that the tightening of your airways causes it. Your airways may tighten due to: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Gastroesophageal reflux disease Asthma Medications Infections Allergies Anything leading to inflammation or swelling in your…

Urinary Tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common infections worldwide. About 50%-60% of women experience UTIs at least once in their lifetime in the US. The symptoms are quite distinct: sometimes blood in your urine, foul-smelling or cloudy urine, an increase in the urgency to urinate, and burning or pain while urinating. Many people…

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that consists of musculoskeletal pain, described as “stabbing feeling, burning, pricking, and numbness.” Emotional distress, fatigue, and sleep issues can also develop this condition. At present, fibromyalgia has no cure, and doctors are not sure about the reason behind its cause. Standard treatments for fibromyalgia symptoms include anti-seizure drugs, antidepressants,…

If you think you got rid of COVID-19 entirely, you may get disheartened as the cases of COVID-19 with a new BA.2 variant can be seen to spread. The virus has moved at a rapid pace in the past several months. Last fall, not long after the Delta variant, it moved past its peak, and…

The big crowds, traffic, long security lines, along with flight cancellations and delays, could be quite stressful under any circumstances. You can add a thyroid condition into the mix, and the journey may become quite complicated. Hypothyroidism doesn’t have to disrupt your travel plans. All you need to do is just plan. Get a checkup…

Crohn’s disease is the disease type that causes erosion and chronic inflammation of the bowel or intestines. There are five different kinds of diseases, and each of them affects the different parts of the digestive tract. There is no known cause of Crohn’s disease. According to the experts, it may happen due to the immune…

Vertigo is one of those conditions where you feel you are spinning even while standing still. You may also feel like your surroundings are moving, even though they’re not. While vertigo can quickly become frustrating and get in the way of your day-to-day activities, some exercises can help in providing relief. Before we review these…