Michael Chichak

1 month ago | resources.healthgrades.com | Nancy Schimelpfening |Michael Chichak

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suggested that vitamin A can help treat measles. He has also stated that vaccines may cause severe illness or death. His statements have led to confusion for many people about the best way to prevent and treat measles.

1 month ago | resources.healthgrades.com | Nancy Schimelpfening |Michael Chichak

A new study suggests that misdiagnoses can have lasting impacts on autoimmune patients. Misdiagnosed patients reported having anxiety, depression, and reduced well-being. They also said they lost trust in their healthcare providers. Physicians can take proactive steps to avoid misdiagnoses. It is also important to listen to patients and show empathy.

1 month ago | singlecare.com | Cathy Habas |Anne Jacobson |Michael Chichak

Key takeaways Qsymia is used in combination with physical activity and a reduced-calorie diet to support weight loss and weight management in adult and pediatric patients with a high body mass index (BMI) and at least one weight-related medical condition. Qsymia consists of a phentermine and topiramate extended-release formula. Both of these drugs can cause potentially serious side effects.

1 month ago | huffpost.com | Garin Pirnia |Michael Chichak |Shelley Balls

One of the top food stories over the past few years has been the notorious rising cost of eggs (the current national average is $4.62) due to supply chain issues. And in late January, things have gotten even worse — many store shelves’ egg sections are empty, thanks to the bird flu epidemic. So with that in mind, you may wonder how to make the most of your eggs. Is it OK to eat them past their “sell-by” date instead of throwing them out? Or is that a bad idea?

1 month ago | resources.healthgrades.com | Nancy Schimelpfening |Michael Chichak

Showing empathy is a valuable part of patient care, helping people feel less alone. It can also help patients be more trusting and compliant with treatment. However, it can be challenging to show empathy when you are feeling stressed. Taking steps to manage your stress will make it easier to show empathy. There are also steps you can take to become better at showing empathy.