Drug diversion is a serious problem in America and across the globe. It creates risks for patients, doctors, hospitals, pharmacies, and others, and the problem is only growing. Although the diversion of narcotic painkillers like oxycodone has received the most attention in recent years, any controlled substance is at risk.
Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease affects more women than men? Worldwide, women with the disease outnumber men two to one. Almost two-thirds of the 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s are women. More than two-thirds of the 15 million Americans taking care of individuals with the disease are women.
Cannabis sativa L., an incredibly useful species of plant that includes both hemp and marijuana varieties, has been gaining acceptance and growing in popularity in the United States, where previously all forms of this plant were banned. There are many reasons to return cannabis to its status as a beneficial
Prescription drug prices are once more on the rise in the United States. Even when they have adequate pharmacy benefits, many patients affordable prescriptions for the medications they need to survive. Douglas Pierce of Prescription Hope wants to solve this problem. He has a passion for helping people which started
It has almost been a year since widespread steps were taken to stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus virus. One of the most amazing things ideas that were floated was about the general cleanliness and hygiene of everyone. Never had I concerned myself with the need for toilet paper
In the United States, we tend to call everything we steep in hot water “tea.” Many of these best-selling steeped beverages – including peppermint, chamomile, hibiscus, and sleepy teas – are not technically tea. These are herbal infusions. They tout a medicinal legacy as rich and diverse – and even
A growing problem that has been flying under the radar is prescription drug abuse among the elderly. Over half the people in the U.S. aged 50-85 take 5 or more medications. As people age, the number of medications they’re prescribed goes up with declining health. Many elderly people juggle as
When it comes to menopause, there’s a big question that comes up for all of us: When will it end? Recognizing the signs of menopause ‘ending’ is just as important as understanding the signs of its beginning. Menopause doesn’t necessarily end abruptly, the same way it doesn’t begin abruptly. It
Experiencing pelvic pain post-menopause is quite common and the only possible causes ruled out are pregnancy and menstrual cramps. Everything else that could have caused someone to experience pelvic pain as a younger woman is still valid possibilities, although a few additional susceptibilities are added to that list. This means
Growing older can feel like a burden, but it doesn’t have to. How we approach aging and manage our life can have a big impact on our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. If you’ve reached your 60s and are keen to stay active and healthy, the healthy lifestyle tips below
Facials are one of those self-care things that we consider a luxury instead of a necessity. While we feel relaxed and pampered, a facial benefits our skin and our health! Aging brings many hardships on our body and menopause drastically affects the health of our skin. The skin is the
Undoubtedly, vertigo can be one of the most confusing and even terrifying medical conditions a person can experience. It can affect people from all walks of life; however, its chronic form primarily occurs in older adults. Perhaps the most common form is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). The severity of
Do you suffer from constant heartburn, bloating, indigestion, burping, or other gastric problems? Do you feel uncomfortable wearing tight clothes? When you experience these, do you feel pressured to do what it takes to end them? Or, do you feel hopeless and try to just live with the discomfort? Fortunately,
For some reason, when we talk about the health impacts of stress, we tend to forget about our mouths. Our mouths are just as vulnerable to stress as the rest of our bodies. The past year has been a very stressful period in all our lives. Stress affects your oral health
Sunday 7 February 2021, Tom Brady will take to the field in Super Bowl LV. Having left the New England Patriots for the warmer Tampa Bay area, Tom Brady will be the oldest to ever appear in a Super Bowl at age 43. While the average career span for an
The majority of Americans are stressed, sleep-deprived, and overweight. Most of us are suffering from largely preventable lifestyle diseases such as heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes. Being overweight or obese contributes to the 50% of adults who suffer high blood pressure, 10% with diabetes, and an additional 35% with pre-diabetes. If you struggle with any of
Are you closing in on retirement age? Are you looking forward to the day when you no longer have to worry about going to work? Do you also have concerns about what your life will entail post-retirement? With the average retirement age hovering around 61, retirement may be just around the
There are some diet changes women over 50 should consider. Our bodies change year-after-year and after 50, age begins to take it’s toll. Making changes will improve your overall health and should avoid health problems later in life. 5 Diet Changes You Should Consider: 1. Avoid Sugar Reducing sugar has
When we were younger, we could get away bursts of running and exercise. There was no stiffness or aches the day after exercising like there is as we get older and over 50. Our young bodies were full of energy and naturally recovered so quickly. With our bodies needing more
Americans have been living through the pandemic for nearly a year now, and its effects are still manifesting in various physical ways. Whether it is the aches from slumping over a computer or contracting the virus itself, many women over 50 are feeling the impact of working from home. Working
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