Health

They say that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. When it comes to medicine and health screenings, preventive measures can find small things before they become a big problem. Health tests are one of the ways you can use preventive medicine to your advantage. As you age, some issues become more...

There is a continuous rise in the popularity in CBD. With the continued legalization of cannabis, CBD is becoming more accessible to people. But CBD is used to help with a variety of different ailments. How does one know if the CBD they are taking is good for sleep, mood, or inflammation? Let’s break down...

It’s not unusual for those covered under Medicare to spend a lot of money on prescription medication, even if they have coverage for this. Insurance companies have very little control over the prices drug companies set for their medications. Because of this, if a company charges a high rate for one of their drugs, those...

There are currently more than 44 million people in the United States receiving Medicare benefits. Are you part of this group? Are you about to join it? If you fall into the latter category, there’s a good chance you have questions about Medicare and how the program works. Whether you have questions like “how old...

It’s easy to get caught up with work, your family and friends, and other facets of your life. That’s why it can often come as a complete shock when people learn they have heart disease. According to the CDC, almost half of all Americans bear some risk for heart disease. Are you among that percentage?...

Detoxing has been extremely popular in the last years, claiming to help your body get rid of the harmful substances you encounter every day. Various detoxing diets, smoothies, and cosmetics have appeared on the market, with the manufacturers and authors declaring that they help improve health. This is not 100% right. Your body has its...

Cannabidiol (CBD) is fast becoming the natural wellness alternative to pharmaceutical or chemically based remedies. Sometimes referred to as cannabis oil, CBD is something you’ve probably heard about, but you may still have some questions before you give it a try. So let’s jump in and answer some questions, specifically: What we know and what...

Do you have a strong immune system? Several factors like sleep quality, stress levels, and gut health can contribute to your overall immune health. In fact, 70 percent of cells contributing to your immune health are found in the gut. If you have a weak immune system or want to improve your gut health, a...

As a recently developed strategy for preventing HIV infection, pre-exposure prophylaxis (also known as PrEP) is becoming a popular solution for at-risk individuals. HIV-negative individuals are prescribed PrEP therapy to lower the likelihood of becoming HIV-positive when exposed to the virus. When taken correctly, it’s very improbable to contract the virus, even in the absence...

Despite being the third most prevalent disease in the world, migraine is still not understood well by the scientific community. The cause and mechanism of migraines is conjecture and so the treatment is still not completely standardized. The nature of these headaches is well-known now and calling it “just another form of headache” is not...