(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) People from all over the world come to Kentucky to take part in celebrations of music, culture and heritage. These events range from small-town cultural celebrations to massive annual festivals.
(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) Legendary bass angler, author and outdoor media personality Joe Thomas has lived to hunt and fish for as long as he can remember. But as much as he loves being out there in the moment, he knows one thing: the grass on his 40-acre property never stops growing.
(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) Most Americans move every five to seven years, and that’s enough to turn your whole world upside down. Imagine doing that every two years—a new town, new school, new sports team, new doctor—and multiply that by 600,000 families. That’s normal life for a military family, and many of their neighbors don’t realize it’s happening right next door.
(StatePoint) For 250 years, generations of fixers have passed down a very American tradition: don’t replace it, repair it. With crisp fall weather here, families across the country will be putting their weekends to work—together.
(StatePoint) Anyone who has ever found themselves cruising through eastern Kentucky on Interstates 64 or 75 can attest to the region’s natural beauty. The winding roads are flanked by some of the most beautiful foliage and rolling hills in the world. Off the main road, however, are unique cultures and traditions just waiting to be discovered. Consider this region of the Bluegrass State as your next travel destination.
(StatePoint) A new homebuying quiz reveals a stark disconnect: most aspiring first-time buyers believe they’re ready to buy a home, but fundamental knowledge gaps suggest otherwise.
(StatePoint) Want to explore a wider range of music, build your skills and discover new ways to express yourself through playing the piano? Here are a few ways to elevate the instrument:
(StatePoint) As most outdoor enthusiasts learn sooner or later, the gear you bring on your expeditions can make or break the experience. That’s why selecting multipurpose, adaptable equipment is so important. To gear up for fall hikes, climbing expeditions, bike rides and more, consider these three pieces of versatile equipment:
(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) 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.
(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.
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) If you’ve spent a full Saturday committed to the 3-2-1 method for ribs, you know the math: three hours of smoke, two hours wrapped, one hour to finish.
(StatePoint) Digital payments are part of everyday life. Fraud experts warn that scammers are increasingly inserting themselves into these routine digital payment transactions, redirecting money in ways that can be difficult to recover.
(StatePoint) For many small business owners, contractors, and freelancers, owning a business is a rewarding step toward independence that offers flexibility, control, and opportunity to build towards their dreams. However, their business finances and personal finances can sometimes become closely connected.
(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) 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.
(StatePoint) When it comes to DIY moves, snafus are almost expected. Perhaps you have your own horror stories about broken furniture, last-minute cancellations or friends who mysteriously weren’t available on moving day.