Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a severe public health problem that affects around 150 million people each year globally. In the U.S. alone, UTIs account for over 10 million visits to medical facilities on an annual basis. Caused by a wide range of pathogens, UTIs […]
It is not uncommon for people to experience a range of signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders and suffer for years without a proper diagnosis. Gastrointestinal disorders affect the digestive tract starting from the mouth to the anus and can be mildly inconvenient, chronic, or […]
The latest reports on sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) shared by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that America’s STD rate has hit a new high again for the sixth consecutive year. In 2019, nearly 2.5 million Americans had an infection of […]
Bipolar disorder and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are two common psychological conditions experienced among children and adults alike. Since ADHD symptoms are pretty similar to bipolar disorder, they are often mistaken for each other. Moreover, they are also comorbid, meaning both conditions may occur together. There […]
Allergies are a case of mistaken identity. The allergic reaction that you may experience when you come in contact with certain foods or materials is actually a dysfunctional immune response. Your immune system wrongly identifies otherwise harmless substances as invasive and problematic. This triggers a […]
While men often call it the yearly physical, better named a wellness visit or preventive health appointment. Whatever you call it, men should still have one every year as it remains an important part of primary care. For many men, this is one of the […]
ADHD is a mental health disorder that is responsible for behavior that can be described as hyperactive or impulsive. Typically, people suffering from ADHD have difficulty concentrating or focusing on a specific task. This can impact your work, school, and relationships. However, ADHD can be […]
Do you suffer from one of these Symptoms? It Could Be Diabetes Diabetes is the condition in which the body does not properly process food for use as energy. Most of the food we eat is turned into glucose for our bodies to use for […]
If you see mild scars, acne, fine lines, age spots, or even inconsistent skin on your face, you may have considered a peel. But what is it and how does it work? What is a Peel? Think of a peel as a turbocharged exfoliant and […]
