A new drug can be discovered in many different ways. If the drug shows promise to add, improve, streamline, or even cure a condition, it follows the same 5 steps to the approval process. The drug development process is strictly regulated by the FDA before any drug becomes available to the public. This rigorous, in-depth …
Becoming a mom at any age is hard. Your body changes, your hormones go crazy and let’s not forget you are now responsible for this tiny human you have just created. Going through all of this plus being a teen mom only makes life that much harder. In honor of Teen Pregnancy Prevention month, here …
We all know the importance of clinical trials in general. Without them, there would be no new treatment options available, or at least no new safe and effective treatment options. Who knows what could be readily available to the public without the extensive research that goes into putting a new drug onto the market! The …
In honor of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, awareness month we are starting a rather interesting conversation about, well poo. It’s not the most comfortable conversation, and it could be kind of embarrassing, but there is no shame in our game! There are real people out there that are suffering, and they deserve to be …
For far too long, mental illness and mental health has been associated with bad stigmas and stereotypes, but enough is enough! It’s time to put a stop to all the hate and insensitivity. A stigma causes people to be ashamed of something that is out of their control and keeps them from seeking the help …
Everyone knows that to keep your body healthy you have to eat right and exercise, right? Well the same thing applies to your brain health too! To keep your brain running at peak speeds you need to exercise it. In fact, research has shown that by practicing mentally challenging tasks, you can significantly reduce cognitive …
By: Marina Martinez Dry skin and holiday cheer don’t mix. With winter upon us, you may find your skin changing with the season. A combination of harsh, dry, windy, and cold air can irritate your skin and leave you feeling uncomfortable. Read more on types of skin conditions and ways that you can help manage …
Amongst the hustling and bustling, traveling, family dinners, and parties; the holiday season is the time of year everyone looks forward to. It’s the time of year that gives us a chance to be with loved ones and surround ourselves with good company, good food, and good drinks. If you have Diabetes, you know how …
Caring for someone that has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease can be difficult. Caregivers must be able to focus on not only their own needs but the needs of the person dealing with a condition that ultimately causes progressive memory loss, a decrease in the ability to think and understand, and even aggression. The effect …
October is ADHD Awareness Month, aimed at improving the lives of the many millions of children and adults across the country living with ADHD, their families, teachers, and even the professionals working with them. ADHD stands for Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. It is a brain disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes …
