by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Mar 5, 2021 | Medical, Medical News
Medically reviewed by Meredith Goodwin, MD, FAAFP — Written by Zia Sherrell, MPH on March 4, 2021 Both VLDL and LDL are particles that transport fats around the body. A doctor can test for both to form an accurate picture of how a person’s cholesterol levels are...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Feb 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
Medically reviewed by Emelia Arquilla, DO — Written by Danielle Dresden on February 10, 2021 Incubation periodEarly symptomsDurationTreatmentContagious periodTransmissionWhen to seek helpSummary The typical incubation period for a cold is 2–3 days. A sore throat or...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Dec 4, 2020 | Medical News, Posts with image
Medically reviewed by Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI — Written by Amanda Barrell on December 2, 2020 Many people experience smelly armpits from time to time. When people sweat, the liquid mixes with the bacteria on the skin. When this dries, it can cause...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Oct 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Written by Maria Cohut, Ph.D. on September 24, 2020 — Fact checked by Zia Sherrell, MPH US election 2020: Tips on how to vote safely With the United States presidential election fast approaching and the world still in the midst of a pandemic, it is important to...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Sep 28, 2020 | Medical News, Posts with image
Written by Timothy Huzar on September 27, 2020 — Fact checked by Jessica Beake, Ph.D. A new study has found an association between thunderstorms and an increase in the number of older adults seeking emergency care for respiratory issues. Image credit: Amit Misra/Getty...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Sep 1, 2020 | Medical, Medical News
Medically reviewed by Deborah Weatherspoon, Ph.D., R.N., CRNA — Written by Alex Bell on August 31, 2020 Weighted blankets apply pressure on the body to relieve stress. The weight of the blanket can depend on a variety of factors and individual preferences. According...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Aug 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
Written by Tim Newman on August 26, 2020 — Fact checked by Hannah Flynn, MS A recent review and meta-analysis asks whether honey is an effective treatment for a cough and other symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections. Overall, the authors conclude, honey is...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Aug 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Written by James Kingsland on August 18, 2020 — Fact checked by Rita Ponce, Ph.D. at www.medicalnewstoday.com With age, the human immune system becomes less effective at tackling infections and less responsive to vaccinations. At the same time, the aging immune system...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Aug 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
Medically reviewed by Alana Biggers, M.D., MPH — Written by Kathleen Davis, FNP on August 2, 2020 What is HPV?Does it go away?SymptomsWhen do symptoms appear?TransmissionTreatmentComplicationsPreventionPregnancySeeing a doctorSummary The human papillomavirus (HPV) is...
by Dorota Matusewicz, MD | Jul 14, 2020 | Home, Medical, Medical News
Written by Robby Berman on July 13, 2020 — Fact checked by Mary Cooke, Ph.D. A study looks at the negative impact of stereotyping on personal motivation. New research examines the effect of racial stigmatization on the brain. It may be that the United States is...
