Receiving a prescription for infusion therapy can be confusing. And, when you’re already dealing with an underlying medical condition, the last thing you need is something else to worry about. What is it like? Will it hurt? How long will each session take? All of these questions are understandable. Answers are important for your peace […]
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, people were used to being on the go. Everyone was always in a hurry. Skipping lunches — or grabbing whatever’s most convenient — has tended to be the norm, without giving a second thought about health. To add insult to injury, technology has provided us with efficiency — at the […]
The cells of your body are always working to carry out complex tasks, most of which go completely unnoticed. But when there is a problem at the cellular level, the effects can be both serious and extensive. Enzymes are one of these small but critical components of healthy bodily function. They’re responsible for interacting with […]
Most people are familiar with IVs. If you or a loved one has ever been in the hospital, you’ve probably even experienced an IV up close. You’ve seen the pole with a bag attached to it, distributing some kind of liquid into the patient’s body. But few people actually know what exactly an IV is […]
Anyone who’s ever had the flu can attest to how disruptive and debilitating it can be. From high fevers, body aches, fatigue, coughing, and diarrhea, you may feel too run down to get anything done — and if you have work and household responsibilities, the concerns about how to get everything done can make the […]
Cancer — whether you or someone you love has received the diagnosis, you are well aware of how devastating it is. In addition to the severe pain and discomfort, you have to learn to deal with a long list of medications — both from the oral and chemotherapy varieties. You wonder how you’re going to […]
The spring of 2020 has brought with it a lot of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty. Due to COVID-19 — most commonly known as the coronavirus — people are finding themselves quarantined at home, stockpiling enough groceries, medications, and personal hygiene products to last for several weeks. But, individuals whose medical conditions require regular infusion treatments […]
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with a chronic health condition, you are likely becoming acquainted with a whole new vocabulary — some of which probably leaves you feeling confused, helpless, and overwhelmed. While it might be tempting to put some of these terms on the back burner, others are more pressing — such as biological […]
Receiving a diagnosis of a chronic medical condition comes with a lot of uncertainty about the future — how will it affect your daily life? What does treatment entail? What can you expect from your new normal? Adding insult to injury, the anxiety levels may increase exponentially when you realize you’ll have to receive infusion […]
Having to undergo surgery can be a frightening experience. You’re already dealing with pain and discomfort from an underlying medical condition, and now you have to deal with the aftermath of the operation. You may wake up drowsy, nauseous, and maybe even worried. Will recovery be painful? How long will it take you to heal? […]