Health

Signs and Symptoms of Huntington's Disease

By Angela Taylor
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September 18, 2023

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Symptoms of HD appear between ages 30 and 50 but can be as early as age 2. These symptoms include unwanted choreatic movements, decline in thinking skills, psychiatric changes, and other symptoms.

Genetic testing can be done to see if you have inherited the faulty gene …

Is HIV Curable? What You Need to Know About This Condition

By Tayla Holman
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August 14, 2023

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For the past four decades, HIV has been a major global public health issue. Worldwide, more than 40 million people have died from the disease. Since then, scientists have worked toward effective treatments, vaccines, and a cure. So far, there has only been one effective treatment …

How Much Does Nasal Polyp Removal Cost?

By Sarah Edwards
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August 14, 2023
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Nasal polyps are a common concern, with as many as 13 million people in the United States suffering from them. They are benign (non-cancerous) growths that can appear in the sinus and nasal passages and form from mucous membranes, the thin tissues that line the nasal …

The 7 Best At-Home Medical Alert Systems for Seniors

By Piper Gorley
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July 11, 2023
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For seniors, medical alert systems can be life-saving. Seniors experiencing disability, chronic illness, and/or mobility issues depend on medical alerts in times of emergency. In a survey run by Forbes Health, 86% of medical alert users claimed that their devices helped curb potential crises.

With …

What Are the Best Mattresses for Back Pain?

By Sarah Edwards
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July 10, 2023
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About 23% of the world’s adult population lives with some level of low back pain. Back pain is one of the most frequent reasons people turn to emergency services, and it can be serious enough to make working or performing daily tasks impossible.

Each year …

What Are the Benefits of Ginger Shampoo?

By Piper Gorley
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July 06, 2023
Small bowl with ginger bar soap (solid shampoo) and wooden hairbrush.
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Ginger is one of the oldest medicinal roots, used for thousands of years to treat health conditions. Its powerful properties reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and boost immunity. You can get ginger in everything from tea to sodas to supplements to oils. While people most commonly ingest …

6 Meal Planning App Options for Easier Dinners

By Sarah Edwards
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July 05, 2023
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Meal planning can lead to high-quality meals, healthier eating, and less stress before mealtime. It can also impact your weight, helping you find recipes that keep you fuller for longer and promote healthy weight loss.

But at first, meal planning can seem like a lot of …

7 Nutrition Tips for Seniors

By Piper Gorley
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July 03, 2023

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Our diets greatly affect our health and well-being, especially among seniors. Proper nutrition helps an aging body stay energized, muscular, and healthy. Older adults must make quality choices in the kitchen to avoid health issues. But what exactly does adequate senior nutrition look like?

What Are the Best Ways to Relieve Hip Pain?

By Tayla Holman
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June 28, 2023

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The hip is one of the most important joints in the body. It plays a critical role in mobility and stability, enabling us to perform daily activities such as walking, jumping, or lifting. So it’s no surprise that hip pain can sideline us if we …

What Everyday Foods can Lower Blood Sugar Levels?

By Sarah Edwards
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June 27, 2023
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In the United States, 37.3 million Americans have diabetes, a condition that affects the blood sugar levels in the body.

Blood sugar, called glucose, is the main sugar found in your blood. It is also the primary source of energy in your body. When you …