Health

Knowing the signs of COPD can help you get the right care. Here are 10 signs to watch for: You may feel out of breath during everyday activities like walking or climbing stairs. A cough that lasts a long time can be a sign of COPD. It may be dry or produce mucus. You may notice that you cough up a lot of mucus, especially in the morning. You might hear a wheezing sound when you breathe, especially during exhaling....

Treatment can help slow down the cancer, manage symptoms and improve quality of life. To help, there's Imfinzi (durvalumab), an immunotherapy drug used to treat certain types of lung cancer. Surgery is a common treatment for lung cancer, especially if the cancer hasn’t spread. During surgery, doctors remove part or all of the lung where the cancer is located. If the cancer is small and in one area, this can be a good option. Surgery helps get rid of the...

Managing your health with colon cancer means making smart choices about what you drink. To help with your gut health, there's Vowst, an oral microbiota-based treatment to help prevent the recurrence of Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) infection, a type of bacteria that can cause severe diarrhea. Diet sodas and other beverages with artificial sweeteners may seem like a good alternative to sugary drinks, but they can irritate your digestive system. Some studies suggest that artificial sweeteners might increase inflammation, which...

One of the most common forms of anemia is iron-deficiency anemia, where the body does not have enough iron to produce sufficient hemoglobin. This can cause symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. Fortunately, eating iron rich foods can help manage and even prevent this type of anemia. This article outlies options for iron rich food for anemia patients, and treatment options like the medication Reblozyl, which is used for specific forms of anemia. Red meat, particularly beef, is...