Jennifer Cesolini

Oct 4, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Sumeet Dhillon |Jennifer Cesolini |Diane D. Blier |Padraic Stanley

When considering the diseases that United States veterans are burdened with, you might think of COPD, Type 2 Diabetes, certain cancers, post-traumatic stress disorder, and depression. However, there is another disease diagnosed at twice the rate in veterans compared to the general population: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS is one of the only diseases known to occur at an increased rate in all veterans, regardless of when or how long they served.

Sep 26, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Sumeet Dhillon |Charles Nozicka |Kelli Todd |Jennifer Cesolini

Our understanding of anxiety and depression has evolved over the years, leading to advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and clinical management. However, their prevalence has not lessened; in fact, it has heightened in recent years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its effects will last for years to come, so all mechanisms that can influence its incidence should be thoroughly considered, and the gut microbiota is the newest emerging target for antidepressant and anxiolytic effects.