What is a food allergy? A food allergy is linked to the body’s immune system, as it reacts to certain proteins in the food. The reaction occurs when the immune system identifies the protein in food as harmful and triggers a protective response against it. These types of allergies are called immunoglobulin E (IgE) mediated […]
When asked about women facing health issues, do you think of a grandmother who died of heart disease? Or an aunt whose breast cancer mastectomy debilitated her mental health, or that loving roommate whose PCOS never allowed her to bear children? We can all think of resilient women in our lives who experience numerous health […]
One in six people in the United States has, knowingly or unknowingly, had a herpes infection at least once. While only one-third of those affected with this sexually transmitted infection show any symptoms, even those who do are unable to successfully identify it like herpes. Why is that? Herpes brings with it a rash that […]
Even today, there are many misconceptions regarding bleeding diseases. Two of the bleeding disorders, with the most misperceptions, are hemophilia and von Willebrand disease. One of the most common myths about patients with hemophilia is their short life expectancy. Since our society lacks awareness about hemophilia and bleeding disorders, the prevalence and sharing of these […]
Food allergies are common among people. The most common food allergens include milk, eggs, fish, soybeans, and peanuts. However, not many of us are aware of banana allergies. With this article, you will be able to understand how to identify if you are or someone you know is allergic to bananas. What is an allergy? […]
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where a loved one had a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) and you did not know how to help? It indeed is a terrifying situation to be in. In the United States, over 1500 lives are lost each year to this extremely dangerous medical emergency, however, knowing anaphylactic […]
Even though sexual awareness is higher than it has ever been, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 540 out of every 100,000 people in the United States have had chlamydia in 2020. The actual number is much higher, as most cases go unreported and undiagnosed. This raises an important concern about the quality […]
If your allergies tend to flare up during late summer or early fall, you’re probably experiencing what is known as a ragweed allergy. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America reports that around 15% of the people in the U.S. experience symptoms of ragweed allergies during this time of the year. Symptoms can range from a […]
The growing number of sexual health awareness campaigns across the world and popular shows like Netflix’s Sex Education, among others, are debunking several sexual health myths. However, there still is a lot of misinformation around this space because, in numbers, 2021 saw the highest rate for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S. of all time and that too for the sixth consecutive year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported over 2.8 million cases of the most common STDs such as syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, and a higher prevalence rate for women. Let’s talk […]
