Julie Greenwood, who lives in Cary, NC, has had psoriasis for 30 years. Managing it on her scalp has been extra challenging, especially because of people’s reactions. “They seem to think it’s OK to brush the flakes off my shoulders or comment on all the white things in my hair,” she says. Psoriasis may affect … Read more
By Abhishek Agarwal Even before the pandemic hit us, start-ups had already begun working on the development of technology-driven solutions that could help medical professionals achieve better outcomes. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used in conjunction with medical imaging techniques to improve the quality of diagnosis. Start-ups specializing in Machine Learning are developing algorithms with decision-making … Read more
Medical treatment for your psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is essential for managing symptoms and protecting your joints. But alongside therapies and regular checkups, there are daily practices you can also adopt to promote joint health and keep flare-ups at bay. Move your body. Exercise helps keep your joints loose and limber. Movement can also ease inflammation … Read more
If you’re being treated for depression, your doctor may prescribe an antidepressant. These medications can be very helpful in relieving your symptoms. Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, can help, too. Like all medications, antidepressants can have side effects. But they’re generally well-tolerated, says Andrew Coulter, MD, a psychiatrist at the Cleveland Clinic. Common Side … Read more
If you have HIV, it can be tough to figure out how to navigate through a period of time when setbacks make your condition harder to deal with. Sticking with your treatment, navigating relationships, and maintaining your overall health during those periods can be overwhelming. But there are ways you can get through those challenging … Read more
The Covid-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns have had an effect on many people’s mental health. For Mental Health Awareness Week, BBC North West Tonight has been given access to the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool. Right at the start of the pandemic, the mental health … Read more
Ashley Hall has been living with severe eczema for more than 3 decades. She was only 2 years old when the first patch of dry, scaly skin emerged on the side of her body. “My mom noticed I was scratching it constantly. And it wasn’t like a typical little rash that kids normally get … … Read more
When you hear the term posttraumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, you might think of a returning combat veteran who has flashbacks of being in battle. But PTSD isn’t something only veterans experience. The VA’s National Center for PTSD estimates that 7 or 8 out of every 100 people (or 7%-8% of the population) will have … Read more
SOURCES: Corinne Cather, PhD, director of psychology services, Massachusetts General Hospital Schizophrenia Program. Jessica Gannon, MD, assistant professor of psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Sarah Keedy, PhD, associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral neuroscience, University of Chicago Medical Center. Also Read: A Mom’s Guide To Getting A Great Work/Life Balance Massachusetts General Hospital: “Frequently … Read more
An international group of 80 researchers in an open letter have warned that managing coronavirus by allowing herd immunity to develop in low-risk populations while protecting the most vulnerable is “a dangerous fallacy unsupported by the scientific evidence”. What does the study say According to news agency PTI, the letter has been published in The … Read more