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 […]
Are You Affected by the New Blood Pressure Guidelines?
As of Monday, November 13th, the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology updated guidelines for high blood pressure for high-risk individuals. Prior to this update, high blood pressure was defined as 140 for systolic blood pressure and 90 for diastolic blood pressure. Now, the high blood pressure targets have moved down to […]
Can Paraplegics Feel Pain?
Paraplegia is a condition that affects a person’s ability to move their legs and lower body due to damage or injury to the spinal cord. A common question that arises is whether paraplegics can feel pain. The answer is yes, paraplegics can feel pain, but the type and intensity of pain they experience may differ […]
Growing Potential for New CF Treatments
Learn about treatment studies for cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs over time.
