Managing and Treating Pain
If you do not feel pain, you might have hurt yourself without knowing it, or not know you have a medical problem that needs attention. There are a few different types of pain. Depending on the type of pain, how long you've been feeling the pain, and the location [...]
Maintenance versus Rescue Inhalers
Inhalers are used for management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). They help to prevent and/or relieve symptoms such as wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. Most individuals will need both a types of inhalers. See our pamphlet on the differences between maintenance and rescue inhalers to learn more. [...]
Red Yeast Rice, A Cholesterol-Lowering Supplement – Fact or Myth?
What is red yeast rice? Red yeast rice has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries where it was used for medicinal purposes to improve circulation and digestion. It was also used to color and flavor food, including tofu, fish sauce, and pickled vegetables. It is made by [...]
Winter Skin Care
It is important to care for you skin, especially in the wintertime. Please feel free to visit our overview on Winter Skin Care for tips and tricks on how to keep your skin healthy and happy when it's cold outside!
Vaccines For Older Adults: As of 12/2022
Vaccines help to provide immune protection against common causes of illness such as shingles, COVID, and flu. It is particularly important for older adults to be current with their vaccinations since they are both more likely to get sick and more likely to have a severe illness when sick. Check [...]
Is Alzheimer’s Preventable?
Is Alzheimer's Disease Preventable? As human beings, we all struggle to remember or do something in our busy daily lives. For example, how many of us have forgotten a significant other’s birthday, a wedding anniversary, to turn off the stove, or take the keys with us before leaving the apartment? But being [...]
What is hypoglycemia, and what can I do about it?
What is hypoglycemia? Throughout the day, your blood glucose (also called blood sugar) will fluctuate within a certain range depending on various factors. This fluctuation is normal. What is not normal is having the blood sugar fluctuate out of the normal range, either below it or above it. Hypoglycemia, or [...]
Why should people with heart failure avoid NSAIDs?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are some of the most commonly used medications. They help relieve pain, inflammation, and fever. Many NSAIDs are available over the counter, including ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), and aspirin. However, these widely accessible medications carry many serious, potentially life-threatening risks. For example GI bleeding or [...]
What should I do if my blood pressure is high?
Understanding the “silent killer” High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition in which the force of the blood against blood vessels is consistently too high. Approximately every 1 in 3 American adults have high blood pressure, but many do not even know they have it. People often refer [...]
What do I need to know about my medications if I have a food allergy?
Don’t go nuts over food allergens in your medications! This article will go over the various types of food-based excipients and what the risk is for triggering an allergic reaction. Why does my medication contain extra ingredients? Your medications are composed of two types of components: the active drug and [...]
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