Digging into Prescribed Antidepressant Options
A friend of mine has recently been diagnosed with depression. His doctor has suggested that alongside therapy sessions, he consider medication as well. Unfortunately, the stigma around taking prescribed antidepressants has caused him to resist this course of treatment out of fear of some of the common side effects of antidepressants. He thinks that feeling […]
Bipolar Disorder: Highs, Lows, And In Between
“Bipolar disorder” is a term that people can often misunderstand. You might hear someone casually say, “I’m so bipolar today,” just because they experienced some highs and lows in their moods. But bipolar disorder is far more complex than feeling happy one moment and sad the next. It’s a lifelong mental health condition that involves […]
Bleeding Disorders: What You Need to Know
When a part of the body is injured and starts bleeding, it’s amazing how quickly healing begins to protect from further damage. Within moments, blood begins a process called coagulation, sending clotting proteins to seal the wound and stop the bleeding. It’s like the body’s built-in emergency response team. For most people, this system works […]
What Makes Cataflam Different from Other NSAIDs?
Most people are familiar with the broad group of pain-killer medications known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This is largely because many different brands of NSAIDs are sold over-the-counter and can be kept in the home medicine chest for relief of everyday aches and pains, including headaches, toothaches, mild-to-moderate bouts of arthritis, and other such […]
Closing the Gender Health Gap
Amid all the headlines surrounding the presidential transition, one important issue risks being overlooked—the gender-based health gap. This initiative, launched by the previous administration, aimed to address longstanding gender bias in medical research and treatment, a reality close to the hearts of more than half the population, including me. I hope this effort doesn’t fade […]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Breaking Free From Intrusive Thoughts
Imagine getting ready to leave the house in the morning when a thought suddenly pops into your mind – “Did I leave the stove on?” It’s a familiar, fleeting worry that most people experience from time to time. But for someone living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), that thought isn’t just an occasional inconvenience. It’s persistent, […]
Mind Blowing Human Brain Facts
The human brain is outrageously cool. The more I learn about it, the more I realize how little I know. Reams of research and discoveries are being made about the brain year after year. This mysterious organ controls everything we do, think, and feel. That’s why it’s important to continue celebrating Brain Awareness Week. Brain […]
Teenage Mental Heath is now a Global Issue
Teenage mental health in the United States is in crisis. Over the last ten years, mental health among teenagers in the United States has gotten worse, with the COVID-19 pandemic making things even harder. Poor mental health during the teenage years can have long-lasting effects, leading to serious challenges later in life if no action […]
Why Endometriosis Awareness Matters
“Period pain is normal” is a term women with endometriosis hear too often. And while that may be true to some extent, extreme pelvic pain alongside menstrual periods is not normal and may indicate that endometriosis could be an underlying condition. March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness about this condition that impacts […]
A Guide to Vaginal Health
Vaginal health isn’t something we talk about freely, yet it plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. Whether you’re recovering from an infection that disturbed your vaginal balance, dealing with dryness, or simply looking for a way to support your body’s natural defenses, Gynoflor offers a scientifically-backed solution that works in harmony with your […]
