Dentists have been known to diagnose plethora of diseases through oral cavity which is supposed to be a mirror to overall health. One of the latest symptoms that is being noticed in association with coronavirus infection is COVID tongue where dentists may play a major role. The term “COVID tongue” was coined recently after Mr…
Interesting Drug Name Origins! Medicines don’t get their names out of thin air. There are often very good reasons why medicines acquire the brand names that they do. You can learn a lot about medicines based on their brand name. Montelukast, a drug used to treat COPD, takes its name from Montreal – the city in which it…
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by everything you’re hearing about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) right now. It’s also understandable if your children are feeling anxious, too. Children might find it difficult to understand what they are seeing online or on TV – or hearing from other people – so they can be particularly vulnerable to feelings of…
We’ve all been there. You think that twinge is nothing to worry about. You push through. Months pass but you can’t shake the nagging pain, and Dr. Google doesn’t provide any relief. You finally admit you have a problem you can’t solve on your own. “It blows my mind how much attention, money, and energy people…
Imagine getting an email from your panic- stricken granddaughter, who’s been in a serious car accident. She asks you to wire money, begging you not to tell her parents. What would you do? Most likely, anything necessary to help your grandchild. The Grandparent Scam Con artists know this and have taken advantage of that emotional response—even…
As COVID vaccinations emerge, there are a few things to consider once your vaccinations are complete. As many of us are excited to jump into socializing and some much-needed time with loved ones, it is important to take precautions post-vaccination to keep everyone’s safety in mind. Activities like dinning at a restaurant instead of take-out,…
I was recently asked an excellent question, and it was, “Can your doctors add or drop Medicare Advantage plans?” This is a very important question because, as I talk about this time and time again, the most important thing, in my opinion, when it comes to making a Medicare decision, is that you can see your preferred doctors and…
One of the most unpleasant lifestyle conditions to have in today’s time and age is diabetes, where your body loses its ability to control the blood sugar levels in your body. With a plethora of other problems and effects that it has on our bodies, diabetes is known to slow down our healing. This raises…
Every person is in charge of maintaining their own good health. Following a balanced diet, having adequate amounts of exercise, and letting go of unhealthy habits are necessary to help ensure a long and happy life. While lifestyle choices may be the catalyst for diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, certain conditions are of higher risk…
