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Menopause signifies the official end of the menstrual cycle. Typically, this starts in women ages 50 years or older, but it can also occur as early as age 45. This normally occurs when a woman has had at least 12 months without a cycle. As women age, they lose estrogen production which can lead to […]
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Heart Disease. A condition often associated with aging is now becoming a concern in younger populations. Heart disease has become the leading cause of death in people living in the United States as one person dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular issues. However, while older adults remain at higher risk, alarming trends are showing rising […]
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Image courtesy of nationalhyperbaric.com Unfortunately, post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is not uncommon for military veterans, especially those who have experienced combat. Undergoing high stressful situations on a consistent basis can severely damage the brain over time leading to both traumatic brain injury (TBI) and PTSD. This leads to depression and a low quality of […]
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Vitiligo is a skin condition characterized by patches of skin losing their pigmentation which results in having areas that are lighter than normal skin color. Melanocytes, or pigment producing cells, are attacked and destroyed which can leave white patches on the skin, mucous membranes, eyes, inner ears or hair. This condition is rare, affecting about […]
Addiction has been an ongoing struggle for many Americans for decades, and with the increase in opioid prescribing/manufacturing, the ever-growing social media culture backing the use of alcohol to cope with stress, as well as the first worldwide pandemic in 10 years; numbers are at an all-time high for such individuals vulnerable to substance use […]
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common reasons patients seek health care in the United States. Unfortunately, cases are on the rise. Since 2014, cases of gonorrhea and chlamydia have increased 63% and 19%, respectively. Previously, Pharmacist Consult covered common first-line treatment options for a variety of STIs. Since that article was published in July 2020, […]
Heart disease. Cancer. Infant and maternal mortality. COVID-19. When we think of those things, we know how devastating they can be to people across people from all walks of life in the United States. Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the US for over 80 years, and cancer is slowly trending […]
DISCLAIMER: This article is provided as commentary and discussion, not direct medical advice. Before making any medical decision, consult with your medical provider. In the Northern Hemisphere, the weather is getting warmer, days are getting longer, and more time is collectively being spent outside. Although sun exposure precautions should be considered year round, it is […]
The opioid epidemic is one of the most significant public health crises in the United States, affecting millions of individuals and communities across the nation. In 2023, there were an estimated 74,000 deaths from synthetic opioids with fentanyl being the primary agent. Over the past few decades, the widespread misuse and abuse of prescription pain […]
Disclaimer added after article publication: Check with a healthcare professional before deciding if a probiotic may be appropriate for you. A recent, updated guidance made by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) recommends against the use of probiotics for most digestive conditions. To potentially select a probiotic supplement, it is useful to first know the semantics […]
Probiotics have become increasingly popular with more and more patients seeking these out for various health concerns. Pharmacists, being the most accessible healthcare professional, are frequently asked about probiotic supplements. From understanding the different strains, the type of products, side effects and which conditions it can help, knowing the answers to these common probiotic questions […]
DISCLAIMER: This article is provided as commentary and discussion, not direct medical advice. Before making any medical decision, consult with your medical provider. Pharmacists are often consulted for recommendations regarding patient allergies by other health care professionals. One such allergy that is frequently reported by patients is an allergy to an opioid. Sometimes patient-specific […]
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social communication, interaction, behaviors and interests. It is characterized by a range of symptoms and severity, which is why it is called a spectrum disorder. Symptoms typically appear in early childhood and can include difficulties with communication, social interactions, repetitive behaviors, and sensory […]
“Diabetes.” We hear this word and our minds automatically think “too much sugar and too much carbs”. But there is more to having diabetes and prediabetes than just eating excess amounts of sugar and carbs, there is also a component called insulin resistance that plays an important role in this condition. What is Insulin Resistance? […]