Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
How to Talk About Mental Health Medications Without Shame
Learn how to talk about mental health medications without shame. Discover practical strategies to reduce stigma, improve communication, and normalize treatment using real-world evidence and expert-backed approaches.
Large Print and Accessible Prescription Labels for Low Vision: What You Need to Know
Learn how large print and accessible prescription labels help people with low vision take medications safely. Discover what standards apply, which pharmacies offer them, and how to get them - no doctor’s note needed.
Parkinson’s DBS: How Deep Brain Stimulation Works and Who Is a Good Candidate
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) can dramatically reduce Parkinson’s motor symptoms for eligible patients. Learn who benefits most, how STN and GPi targets differ, what the evaluation process involves, and what to expect before and after surgery.
Cosmetic Procedures and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About Bruising and Bleeding Risks
Learn the real risks of cosmetic procedures when you're on blood thinners. Discover which medications are safe to keep, when to pause them, and why stopping them can be more dangerous than continuing.
Asthma in Children: How Spacers, Schools, and Care Plans Work Together
Spacers make asthma inhalers work better for kids, reduce hospital visits, and help them stay in school. Learn how to use them correctly, why schools need them, and how to build a solid asthma care plan.
Home Oxygen Therapy: Essential Safety Tips and Activity Guidance for Daily Life
Learn essential safety tips and activity guidance for home oxygen therapy to prevent fires, avoid hazards, and live confidently with COPD or other respiratory conditions. Get expert-backed advice on equipment use, fire risks, and daily living.
Osteoporosis Risk: How to Stop Bone Density Loss and Prevent Fractures
Osteoporosis causes silent bone loss that leads to fractures. Learn the real risk factors, what actually strengthens bones, and how to prevent fractures-even after 50. No fluff, just proven steps.
Soy Products and Thyroid Medication: How to Time Them Right for Best Absorption
Soy can reduce levothyroxine absorption by up to 30%, but timing matters more than avoidance. Learn how to space soy products and thyroid medication to keep your TSH stable without giving up your favorite plant-based foods.
Anxiety Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Evidence-Based Treatments
Anxiety disorders affect nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults. Learn the seven main types, their physical and mental symptoms, and the evidence-based treatments - from CBT to SSRIs - that actually work.
Ergonomics for Joint Health: Workstation and Posture Tips to Reduce Pain
Learn how to set up your workstation to reduce joint pain and prevent long-term musculoskeletal damage. Simple posture fixes and affordable adjustments can make a big difference.