What does the onset of unexplained chronic fatigue, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, and unemployment have in common? Viruses. For years, patients reported developing chronic fatigue after contracting a virus such as the flu or mononucleosis. For these patients, the cause of this sudden, debilitating fatigue cannot be explained. All they know is that contracting a virus worsened their...
Did you know that every year 1.6 million cats get adopted? Kittens are more likely to get adopted than cats that are older or have health problems. However, what if you do adopt or have a cat with a health problem like asthma? Its a common misconception that cats cant get asthma. The reality is feline asthma can occur, and it can be just as debilitating for our furry friends as it is for humans...
Did you know that asthma affects between one and five percent of cats? When it comes to our feline friends, we want nothing but the best for them. We love them and care for them as if they were our own children. So, when it comes to their health, we only want the best for them as well. Flovent is a common medication given to humans and cats alike to help control asthma symptoms. But is Flovent...
More than 50% of all men will experience some form of erectile dysfunction in their lives. Depending on your point of view, this can be either comforting or alarming. Just about every man that has gone through it knows it can be annoying and disruptive at best, embarrassing, depressing, and life-ruining at worst. There are many different ED solutions on the market, including pills, tools, and ...
At any given time, at least four out of ten adults across the world are experiencing some kind of digestive disruption. These issues can fall along a wide range of severity levels but all disrupt activities and make daily life much more uncomfortable. While constipation and diarrhea are common, they can be incredibly frustrating to deal with. Especially when you're not sure what's causing them...
Did you know that it's impossible to prevent athlete's foot by showering regularly? There are many misconceptions that people hold about athlete's foot. And contrary to what many people think, there is no reason to fear this condition. As long as you know the right tips and tricks, you can prevent yourself from getting athlete's foot. However, if you do end up getting it, there are effective treat...
Did you know that nearly 50 million Americans experience allergies every year? Some people have chronic allergies to foods or other substances, while others have temporary seasonal allergies. One of the most prominent seasons for allergies is the fall. From sneezing to a stuffy and itchy nose, these allergies can be a nuisance! The good news is that there are ways to combat them. What cause...
Over 10% of the world's population is deaf to some degree. That works out to 700 million people who experience hearing loss. This ranges from mild hearing loss to those who are part of the Deaf culture. Depending on the severity of their hearing loss, some people might not need to rely on hearing aids or lip reading to get by, but once the hearing loss progresses too far, changes need to be m...
About 58.5 million people (24% of all adults in the US) have arthritis. Today, arthritis is also the leading cause of work disability. Annual costs for lost earnings and medical care have even reached $303.5 billion. With one in four adults with arthritis reporting severe joint pain, many find arthritis limits their ability to enjoy certain activities. Learning how to treat arthritis pain could h...
Your eyes are under attack. At least 2.2 billion people have a problem with their vision. Some people struggle with seeing objects close to them while others have difficulty with things far away. But many people share one thing in common: blurry vision. If you have problems seeing things clearly, you need to take steps now to protect your vision. One step you must take is to educate yourself. ...