Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that impacts the central nervous system, resulting in a range of neurological symptoms. Heat sensitivity is a significant issue for those with MS, with about three-quarters experiencing symptom exacerbation in response to heat, such as from hot weather or exercise-induced body temperature increases. This is due to […]
How to Become a Certified Surgical Assistant
Becoming a certified surgical assistant is a way to move out of an entry-level surgical technologist position into a higher-level job that includes leadership responsibilities. The role still assists in the operating room but includes administrative duties critical to patients, employees, and surgical teams. If this interests you, there are a few different ways to […]
Crohn’s Disease
In the United States, there are currently 700,000 people affected by Crohn’s disease (CD). Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation of the digestive system, which is made up of the gastrointestinal tract (abbreviated as the GI tract or digestive tract), the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Crohn’s can affect any […]
What’s in an IV Bag?
Intravenous fluid (IV) saline solutions are incredibly common in healthcare. But, what exactly is it used for? IV therapy is a powerful treatment because it can accomplish many things. Some folks may use it to recover energy levels from a triathlon, some may choose IV therapy for migraine relief, and others may use it to […]
10 Tips for Better Sleep
We’ve all experienced the frustration of a poor night’s sleep – tossing and turning, struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, and waking up feeling groggy and unrested. What causes sleep problems are numerous, ranging from poor sleep habits like inconsistent bedtimes to stress and underlying medical conditions. Believe it or not, consistently poor sleep […]
New Advancements for Pediatric Leukemia
In the past, cancer treatments consisted of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted drug therapies. Over the last several years, immunotherapy has risen to the forefront of cancer treatments. It uses the patient’s own immune system to attack cancer cells, and it has been quickly gaining traction in the cancer community. One immunotherapy approach is […]
