What Is Fever?
A fever is a temporary rise in body temperature . It’s not considered an illness on its own, but rather a symptom that can be caused by many different conditions. Elevated body temperature can be a sign that the immune system is working — it’s most likely battling a type of infection or illness. Fevers usually aren’t a cause...
15 Foods to Eat When You’re Sick
These 15 foods and beverages provide nutrients that can help your body heal. Some have the added benefit of being gentle on your gastrointestinal (GI) system, which may be helpful if your symptoms include nausea or stomachache.1. Chicken SoupThough there’s little concrete research on chicken soup’s healing potential, older studies have found that it may have an anti-inflammatory effect,...
Spotlight On: TNBC Thrivers
In January 2018, Kelly Thomas was diagnosed with stage 3C triple-negative breast cancer, a rare and aggressive breast cancer type. At Thomas’s first oncology appointment, her doctor told her to prepare for the worst. “ was absolutely soul crushing,” says Thomas.She immediately searched for other women with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) on social media, trying to find someone who could...
Lowering High Blood Pressure Is the Best Way to Protect the Aging Brain
As we grow older, the chances we’ll develop stroke, dementia, and late-life depression increase. An extensive new scientific review has identified 17 modifiable risk factors that can affect the likelihood of these age-related brain diseases.“By modifying any one of the factors, you may reduce your risk of all three conditions, and there are many behavioral and lifestyle changes people can make to...
Shingles Vaccine Might Lower Dementia Risk
Comparing Outcomes in Older AdultsDr. Geldsetzer and his collaborators were able to compare two groups of older adults who had nearly identical characteristics other than vaccination status because of an immunization program in Wales that began on September 1, 2013.Under the program, which was designed to ration vaccine supply, anyone who was age 79 on that date was eligible...
Sausages, Hot Sauce, and Tortilla Chips Recalled
The recalled hot sauces were shipped to distributors and stores in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia, and Vermont.The affected hot sauces should be thrown away or returned to where they were purchased for a refund.Anyone with questions can contact Katerine Cardoso, the director of quality assurance at 336-231-6417 or by email at ContactUs@garnerfoods.com.Tostitos...
How to Communicate With Someone With Schizophrenia
Angela D. Harper, MD, is in private practice at Columbia Psychiatric Associates in South Carolina, where she provides evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy for adults. A distinguished fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Harper has worked as a psychiatrist throughout her career, serving a large number of patients in various settings, including a psychiatric hospital on the inpatient psychiatric...
How to Cope With Common Misconceptions About Schizophrenia
Despite modern advances in treatment and a greater openness for talking about mental health, people often misunderstand schizophrenia. Here’s what to know about the condition.Truth: Schizophrenia Is Not the Same as Having a Split PersonalityThe number of episodes a person with schizophrenia experiences can vary, but there will be times when it’s better or worse. This is not the...
What Is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
While there’s currently no cure for PCOS, the symptoms can be managed with medications, lifestyle modifications, and, in rare cases, surgery. The right PCOS treatment method for you will depend on your symptoms and whether you’re planning to become pregnant.Medication OptionsMedications to help treat PCOS symptoms include:Combined hormonal birth control pills: Birth control pills containing both estrogen and...
Can Taking Fish Oil Help Depression?
Fish oil isn't a replacement for an entire depression treatment plan, and it's not going to make symptoms disappear altogether.But some evidence suggests fish oil could help alongside antidepressants and cognitive behavioral therapy, says Ashton Scherrer, PhD, a clinical psychologist with Providence Swedish in the Greater Seattle area.How Do Omega-3s Affect the Brain?"EPA and DHA help maintain the integrity...
