Drugs and Medications Videos
- How EPI Is Treated
With one pill, you can replace three enzymes – one to break down starches, another for fats, and a third for proteins -- so your body can absorb nutrients.
- Follow-Up Visit: What Comes After Treatment?
Who can help coordinate follow-up care? How long and how often do you need to see your care team? What about screenings?
- Follow-Up Visit: Available Resources and Advice
It’s not hard to find the help you need. Hospitals and support groups have tips on nutrition, exercise, relaxation, and more for those with breast cancer.
- Follow-Up Visit: Candidates for Clinical Trials
Trials test new drugs, new sequences, new combos, and even non-medical options that relieve symptoms. There’s a lot to consider, starting with eligibility.
- Clothes That Won’t Irritate Your Skin
With painful lesions, it can be difficult to find clothes that don’t irritate your skin. Here’s a list of reminders when you’re shopping.
- Dos and Don’ts for Good Skin Care
Here’s a smart routine to soothe your skin. You don’t want to further irritate lumps and make your HS worse.
- What’s on the Horizon?
The CAR T clinical trial aims to stop the production of certain antibodies. It works with your immune system and hopefully, could put MG into remission.
- Sew Inspired
Volunteering with the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation and writing a blog about her disease is very therapeutic for Anita Tarlton.
- Follow-Up Visit: What to Expect After Surgery
As your wounds heal, learn about surgical drains, possible lymphedema, regaining mobility, reconstruction, and if any additional therapies are needed.
- Follow-Up Visit: Erasing Confusion Around Therapies
Still have questions? We uncover a few puzzles around switching treatments, genetic testing, fertility specialists, and mental health.
- Follow-Up Visit: Combat Side Effects
Try these tried-and-true strategies to ease tiresome side effects like chemo brain, fatigue, hot flashes, and loss of libido.
- Follow-Up Visit: Considering Reconstruction?
Explore the benefits and risks of reconstruction after a lumpectomy or mastectomy. Plus, more on implants, recovery time, and insurance coverage.
- The Science of a Happy Life
Uncover the science behind happiness with Arthur C. Brooks, PhD. Learn some practical tips and take actionable steps today for a more fulfilling life.
- Spotlight on Symptoms of GA
This advanced, progressive form of macular degeneration affects a person’s central vision, making it difficult to recognize faces, read, and drive.
- Focus on the Retina
The future of GA treatments is bright. There’s no cure, but there are drugs to slow the progression.
- Losing Sight of the Big Picture
Johnny Ray started losing his eyesight more than a decade ago when he was a welder. With vision aids and some changes, he still enjoys many of his hobbies.
- Help With Your Blind Spot
To keep up with daily activities, you may need vision aids and occupational therapy, plus a dedicated care team.
- Researching Risks and Restoration
“Restoration brings us that much closer to prevention,” says Stacy Haller of BrightFocus. The foundation funds studies on areas like risk, AI, and more.
- The Importance of Clinical Trials
Clinical trials determine the efficacy of a cutting-edge treatment, but it’s crucial science that all races and populations are included.
- Monitor Your Mental Health
For Sharon Moore, her loss of independence was hard to swallow. With the help of assistive devices for low vision, hobbies and advocacy keep her engaged.
- Through Their Eyes
Whether it’s lending an ear or driving, Leland Maddox helps his two sisters with their vision loss. As a caregiver, what three things are most appreciated?
- Assistive Devices for Diabetic Macular Edema
Magnifiers, special lenses, and other low-vision devices can make it easier for those with DME to participate in daily activities.
- Traveling With NSCLC
With lung cancer, you have to be aware of blood clots and decreased oxygen levels. Here’s how to prepare for your trip and avoid pain.
- Long-Acting Injectables for Bipolar 1
This treatment is known to decrease hospitalizations and increase quality of life, but there are several factors to consider.
- Depression: Creating the Right Treatment Plan
You and your counselor will tailor a personalized treatment plan. And if talk therapy isn’t enough, they may recommend seeing a doctor for medication.
- All You Really Need to Know About Walking and Health
Every step you take is a step in the right direction for a longer, healthier life.
- Calm Your Loved One With Alzheimer’s
Here are four ways to soothe someone with Alzheimer’s. Agitation is a common symptom, but there’s a point where professional help is needed.
- Financial Planning for the Length of Treatment
Outside of insurance, your treatment can still be expensive. Meet with your hospital’s social worker and use their resources to map out a plan.
- Inspiration for Those Newly Diagnosed
Victoria Reese and Deanna Butler Gayle shed light for those new to the MS community. They touch on acceptance, “protecting your peace,” and your care team.
- Persistence and Purpose
Angie Spence and Ednisha Knighten share helpful resources like support groups, financial assistance programs, and simple modifications.
- 7 Ways to Control Your UC Flares
Living a busy, active life with UC can be tough at times. Prevent flares with changes to your diet and lifestyle.
- Next Steps After Your Diagnosis
A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is upsetting, so your doctor will outline a plan for your physical and emotional needs.
- Living Kidney Donor Becomes Part of My Family
His daughter’s roommate freed Curtis Warfield from dialysis and disease by donating her kidney. Through support, he realized he wasn’t alone in this.
- The Importance of Diversity in RRMM Clinical Trials
Relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma can be challenging to treat, so there’s a push for clinical trials with patients of different backgrounds.
- Uncovering the Mystery of TNBC in Women of Color
Black women have an alarming rate of triple-negative breast cancer, from 15% to 30%, says Demetria Smith-Graziani, MD. Here’s how to address the disparity.
- Mindful Matters: Mental Health With CLL
From surprise to sadness, there are a range of emotions that come with a CLL diagnosis. Protect your mental health with stress-reducing activities.
- Próximos pasos después de su diagnóstico
Obtén más información sobre los próximos pasos a seguir después de recibir un diagnóstico de esclerosis múltiple.
- Travel Smart and Safe
Plan ahead and make sure there’s help at every stop for mobility issues. And you don’t want to overexert yourself.