People living with cardiovascular diseases, such as high blood pressure (hypertension) or coronary artery disease, are among those to whom coronavirus (COVID-19) poses a greater risk. Although there are many unknown factors surrounding COVID-19, the … Read more
Although many facts and details about the coronavirus outbreak are yet to be established, elderly people and people living with underlying health conditions have been identified as being particularly at risk. If you are living with a chronic disease … Read more
Thyroid disorders such as Hashimoto’s (hypothyroidism) and Graves’ disease (hyperthyroidism) are often misdiagnosed, which can make finding the right treatment a lengthy and stressful process. While each person with a thyroid disorder … Read more
With World AIDS Day on 1st December just around the corner, we would like to commend these ten individuals and organizations for their blogs written for the HIV and AIDS community. As both HIV and AIDS are highly stigmatized conditions, these … Read more
Here’s a look at 10 of the best blogs written by people who have experienced the challenges of life with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s and have graciously chosen to share their experiences and advice with others. From caregiver guides and … Read more
The potential for smart speakers to detect serious health conditions, such as cardiac arrest, is seen by many as a revolutionary and life-saving technology. While this may sound fantastic, there are widespread concerns about the technology that must … Read more
Smart speakers have evolved from simply playing music or answering questions on command; they are now capable of performing a multitude of roles in your home proving to be indispensable to many households. Google Assistant and Amazon’s Alexa – the … Read more
We’ve always known or assumed that eating disorders stem from mental health issues. However, what we are oblivious to is which specific mental health disorder could result in an eating disorder and the exact relationship between the two … Read more
Before we delve into the somewhat uncharted territory of the schizoaffective disorder, let us begin by clarifying two of the most commonly confused mental health issues: bipolar disorder and schizophrenia disorder. The names of these two disorders … Read more
Not many people are aware of the thyroid gland’s many responsibilities and the extensive impact it has on your body. An issue of over or under production of hormones by the thyroid could potentially result in debilitating symptoms that many … Read more
If you live with rheumatoid arthritis, you probably have a device in your pocket that can help make daily life that little bit easier. Smartphones have become powerful tools for people living with chronic diseases and can help you track symptoms, … Read more
Many people consider asthma to be a condition that starts at a young age and causes wheezing while breathing. While that is often true, there are other common symptoms that people don’t usually associate with asthma. What’s more, … Read more
Arthritis gloves are inexpensive and designed to reduce symptoms of arthritis, helping you perform day-to-day tasks such as participating in sport, writing, and using your phone. We take a look at what arthritis gloves are, what they do, and whether … Read more
Modern tech has made monitoring your heart rate easy. Heart rate trackers, which used to be the preserve of serious athletes, are now readily available on watches and devices aimed at the general public. Fitness aside, what can your heart rate tell … Read more
Antidepressants have long been associated with weight gain. This can be a cause for concern for many people living with depression, who are keen to treat the condition but do not want to the number on the scales creeping up. “Widely used … Read more
We reached out to some of our favorite caregiver bloggers and asked for a short anecdote that reflects on any aspect of caring for a loved one. These stories from Linda Fisher, Frances Kakugawa, and Sally Abrahms are personal, yet may well strike a … Read more
The aches and pains that are symptomatic of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis can disrupt sleep. Beyond that, however, there is a growing pile of evidence linking psoriasis to sleep apnea, a disorder that causes your breathing to repeatedly stop and … Read more
Smart inhalers can help people living with asthma and COPD gain better control over their condition, understand triggers, provide information to doctors, gather valuable data for research, and – most importantly – save lives. There is a … Read more
Exercise is a trigger for an estimated 90% of people with asthma. ‘Exercise-induced asthma’ can, understandably, make many people nervous about performing exercise. However, with the right precautions, most people living with asthma can … Read more
No group of people has more power to raise awareness and smash the stigma surrounding mental illness than celebrities. Those who have opened up about their own mental health have helped countless people, including other celebs, acknowledge their own … Read more