Checking Your Own Blood Sugar

Self-monitoring of blood sugar levels is a key part of managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes in patients treated with insulin. Yet, it is unclear if self-monitoring works for those not treated with insulin.

Five Steps for a Better Allergy Season

Allergy season means irritation for many but relief is available. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) has five ways to take control of allergy season.

Vegetarians: Are Your Meds Animal-Free?

Do your beliefs prevent you from eating animal products like pork? If so, you may want to be sure your medications don't contain similar products that violate your dietary restrictions.

Housing Help Drug Addicts

Heroin and other opiates are among the most difficult drug addictions to kick. A staggering 65% to 80% of addicts return to regular use within 1 month of a normal detox program. A housing program may be able to help.

Harm Follows Disability

Across the world, approximately fifteen-percent of people suffer physical or mental disability, yet their impairment does not seem to hinder others from hurting them further. 

Man Up, Reduce Your Waistline

Men needing to lose weight may want to consider talking to a health counselor, a new study suggests.

Brain Drain Without Fish & Seeds

The Mediterranean diet has recently received many accolades for its aid in heart health, yet a new study discovered its contents may be largely beneficial to the brain as well. 

Diabetes Drug Doesn't Overdo Its Job

In the battle against diabetes, diet and exercise are our strongest weapons. When those fail, we often turn to drug treatment. So, it is good news when a new diabetes drug seems to be safer than those before it.

Heart Arrhythmia Linked to Cognitive Decline

You may be aware of the short-term risks associated with heart arrhythmias. However, atrial fibrillation, a common type of abnormal heartbeat, also appears to come with added risks later in life.

Cystic Fibrosis Gets Compartmentalized

When it comes to cystic fibrosis, much like any lung disease, understanding inflammation is important for treatment. Researchers have discovered that cystic fibrosis inflammation occurs in two distinct ways.

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