Typhoid Fever 101: 5 Essential Things You Must Know
Typhoid fever is a potentially life-threatening illness caused by the Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi bacteria. While typhoid fever is more common in developing countries, it can occur worldwide. In the United States, there are an estimated 5,700 cases of typhoid fever each year. If you want to avoid falling victim to this illness, here are […]
Conditions Older Adults Suffer From – Part 2
In part one of our discussion, we observed the four most common conditions that elderly adults suffer from. Today we’ll look at four more that require immediate attention from your doctor or urgent care services: 5: Diabetes Diabetes occurs when the human body is resistant to or doesn’t produce enough insulin, a hormone that gets […]
Conditions Older Adults Suffer From – Part 1
As we age, the chances of getting diagnosed with chronic diseases increases, partly due to our family genetics and gender. For example, 80 percent of adults over 65 have at least one chronic condition, and 68 percent have two or more. Therefore, it is very likely you know someone dealing with a chronic disease, that […]