The Role of Blood in the Body
Published by Claudia Giunta Blood Basics Blood is an essential life-maintaining fluid that circulates throughout our entire body. It has four main components: plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Every blood cell begins life as a stem cell that eventually matures into one of the above-mentioned components. Each cell in our body […]
A Closer Look at Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that develops after a distressing event. The question is why do we still feel the residual effect of past trauma years later? Our bodies may tighten, our heart rate may pick up, we may experience unpleasant flashbacks, or we can feel our anxiety spiking from a […]
How a Medically supervised weight loss program can help You
In the search for aesthetic goals, understanding the importance of weight management is crucial. Whether you want to enhance your physical appearance or boost your health, a medically supervised weight loss program can offer you the support and guidance needed to achieve lasting success. What is Medical Weight Management? Medical weight management is not just another trend; it’s a comprehensive […]
What Causes Allergies
With the promise of warmer weather on the horizon, most people get excited about spending their summers outside enjoying the beautiful weather, while others avoid going outdoors at all costs. The same situation goes for some people who get to enjoy a variety of foods while others have to be extremely selective. Whether you avoid […]
How Celiac Disease Affects the Digestive System
Celiac disease is a chronic digestive and immune disorder that damages the small intestine. The disease is triggered by eating foods containing gluten that interfere with the body’s nutrient absorption. Here are the quick facts: ● It’s estimated that only 1 in 133 Americans (1% of the population) has celiac disease. ● Celiac disease can […]
How Your Overall Health Affects Infertility
In today’s society, more and more individuals are postponing marriage and starting a family and instead are pursuing their careers and exploring their passions. The percentage of teenagers who are drinking, smoking, exploring drugs, and spreading sexually transmitted infections has been steadily rising. Unhealthy body weight, both underweight and overweight, is more common than ever. […]
The Process of Donating Your Organs
Organ donation and transplantation allow a deceased or living donor to support the life of another. Surgeons remove a healthy organ from a donor who doesn’t need it and transfer it to someone who does. Here are some quick stats about organ donation: ● Every 8 minutes someone is added to the transplant waiting list. […]
Understanding Epilepsy
If you’ve ever attended a concert with strobe lights or watched a video with numerous heavy effects, chances are there may have been an epilepsy warning before it started. This is because strobe lights and other highly visual effects can trigger seizures in people with epilepsy. Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder in […]
Understanding Behavioral Changes After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a life-altering event that may lead to a range of neuropsychological problems. Beyond the immediate physical impact, a TBI often causes significant behavioural and emotional changes that can profoundly affect an individual’s daily life and those around them. The repercussions of a TBI will depend on the severity of the injury […]
Living With Multiple Sclerosis
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common disabling neurological disease in adults aged 20-40 years old. Nearly one million people in the United States live with MS. A MS diagnosis can be frightening and isolating. Still, the reality is many people navigate life with the […]