Gain in-depth knowledge on a range of medical issues, including neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, and autoimmune disorders. Gain valuable insights into symptoms, treatments, and preventative measures for various health challenges. Understand the latest advancements in medical research and therapies. Equip yourself with practical information to manage and improve your health across diverse medical conditions.
Crohn’s disease is a chronic, inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract. It is an autoimmune disorder which is when your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. Crohn’s disease may appear and disappear at various times. Initially, it may affect only a small part of your gastrointestinal tract, but the disease has the potential to progress extensively.…
Fibromyalgia is a chronic medical condition that causes widespread pain usually affecting muscles, tendons and ligaments, along with fatigue. The exact cause of fibromyalgia is yet unknown, and the condition is hard to diagnose and there no specific cure. A combination of exercise, medication, therapy and a healthy diet can help patients manage their symptoms.…
Fibromyalgia is a very real chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, as well as a state of general malaise. Those who are diagnosed with this condition might experience constant fatigue, sleep disturbances and mood swings. The exact cause behind fibromyalgia has yet to be found.…
There’s an old adage in Eastern medicine: illness starts from what you eat. Today in western medicine, more and more data shows how important gut health is to our well being. Adjusting your diet to improve and restore gut health can be very beneficial for managing pain and improving overall wellness.…
Hypertension or high blood pressure affects approximately 40% of adults ranging 25 years old and over worldwide. This condition causes 7.5 million deaths annually and is considered a major risk factor for hemorrhagic stroke and coronary heart disease. Complications of hypertension include renal impairment, retinal hemorrhage, and visual impairment.…
Pain is defined as any uncomfortable sensation that we experience. This uncomfortable sensation is usually linked to tissue damage and it is a way for the body to react to prevent further tissue damage. Migraines are characterized by moderate to severe headaches.…
Chronic pain, autoimmune conditions, and/or idiopathic diseases can all be debilitating conditions. Often times the symptoms are invisible. Those who suffer from such a disease may feel like they don’t have the support that others with more visible illnesses get. Society’s expectations on what illnesses should look like can leave those who suffer from the aforementioned diseases feeling despondent.…
On July 16 at the “How to Thrive With Chronic Illness and Limited Energy” conference featured guest speaker Dr. Suleiman Furmli, the Chief Medical Officer of CareClinic. Chronic illnesses take a huge mental and physical toll on the 12.9% of Canadians who report two or more chronic diseases and 3.9% report 3+ chronic diseases.…
Importance of diabetes self care
Diabetes mellitus is a condition that occurs when there are high levels of blood glucose in the body which occurs over a prolonged period of time. Blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is your body’s main source of energy and comes from the food that you eat. …
Once you start to understand your period, you can learn more about yourself and health. Tracking your period has become easier than ever due to technological advancements and the use of mobile health apps. Using mobile apps to track your period is extremely helpful for numerous reasons.…