(StatePoint) Biological drug products (biologics) — which can be made of sugars, proteins, living cells, tissues, or a combination of these — are providing new options for patients with conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, chronic bowel diseases, macular degeneration, and multiple sclerosis, among others. In many cases, these therapies are helping shift treatment from acute care to long-term disease management. Doctors and evidence suggest that certain cancers are increasingly being managed as chronic conditions thanks to innovative biologics. But there is a catch: These drugs can be notoriously expensive, with or without insurance.
(StatePoint) Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition in which the walls of airways widen and are thickened from inflammation and infection. Seeing a lung specialist and getting guidelines-based care can help prevent further lung damage and slow disease progression.
(StatePoint) Each fall, the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for Medicare, which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, is an opportunity for people eligible for Medicare to choose the health plan that will work best for them in the coming year.
(StatePoint) October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a reminder that staying safe online starts with understanding how cybercriminals operate. One of the most common scam tactics is social engineering, which uses manipulation to gain access to information, accounts or money.
(StatePoint) Pneumococcal pneumonia is a potentially serious illness caused by bacteria called pneumococcus. The illness can disrupt a person’s life for weeks, and when severe, can result in hospitalization. In fact, an estimated 225,000 adults are hospitalized with pneumococcal pneumonia each year in the United States.
(StatePoint) Most homeowners feel reasonably ready for storms this time of year. In a new national survey, the T-Rex Tape Storm Readiness Report, more than half (63%) confidently rate their home’s preparedness for storms a 7 out of 10 or higher. While Americans are close to storm-ready, the research suggests the real test comes after severe weather strikes.
(StatePoint) Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that can infect people of all ages. While most people develop mild symptoms, for some, including older adults, it can develop into severe illness.
(StatePoint) Expanded Access Programs (EAPs) – sometimes referred to as “compassionate use” – can be a possible path to treatment for some people living with a serious or life-threatening illness.
(StatePoint) Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a serious condition that causes abnormally high pressure in the blood vessels between the lungs and the heart. In Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH), a rare and progressive form of PH, the tiny arteries in the lungs become thickened and narrowed, making it harder for the heart to pump blood.
(StatePoint) Root canal treatment is not only a tooth-saving procedure that preserves smiles and improves dental health, new research suggests that it can have far-reaching medical benefits that impact the entire body.
Tiffany and her husband were building a life raising their daughter and special-needs son in Arizona when they called in to “The Ramsey Show,” where Dave Ramsey and his team give personal finance advice. Tiffany’s husband had a generous life insurance policy through his employer, so it seemed like they were covered. But were they? Tiffany began to question that after a family member got cancer and had to quit their job—which meant their life insurance policy disappeared.
(StatePoint) As you age, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll eventually develop high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. In fact, according to one study, about 60% of people get hypertension by the time they reach age 60.
(StatePoint) Wildfire smoke can travel hundreds or even thousands of miles, impacting indoor air quality well beyond active fire zones. While you can’t control the air outside, you can create a cleaner indoor environment by taking these steps:
(StatePoint) Some respiratory symptoms are easy to dismiss, especially when they come and go over time. But recurring symptoms can be a sign that it’s time to ask more questions and take a deeper look at what’s going on beneath the surface.
(StatePoint) Healthcare is expensive. Families feel it every time they pay an insurance premium, pick up a prescription, open a medical bill, or put off care because of worries about the cost.
(StatePoint) A healthy school year starts before the first day of class. The American Medical Association (AMA) is sharing six tips to help families prepare children for a healthy return to the classroom.
(StatePoint) Asthma is a lifelong, chronic lung disease. However, for the 27.8 million people impacted in the United States, proper disease management can help them lead active lives.