Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common viral infection that affects people of all ages, but it poses a significant risk to specific vulnerable populations, especially pregnant women and their unborn babies. In this blog, we will study the impact of cytomegalovirus and its potential consequences for pregnant women and their infants and explore how women can …
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common viral infection that affects people of all ages worldwide. While it typically causes mild or no symptoms in healthy individuals, CMV can have severe consequences for specific populations, particularly pregnant women. In this blog, we will dive into the effects of CMV on women, especially during pregnancy, and shed light …
One pathogen stands out from all the other viruses that can affect human health. It is prevalent and can remain inactive in our bodies. Its ability to do this is remarkable. Cytomegalovirus (CMV), a member of the herpesvirus family, affects millions worldwide, often without causing noticeable symptoms. This blog will explore CMV. We’ll look at …
If you have atopic dermatitis (eczema), you know that extreme weather changes are not your friend when it comes to keeping the skin condition under control. For many, colder temperatures have already descended even though winter has not officially begun. By taking a few precautions and knowing what makes your eczema worse, there is no …
Alopecia areata occurs when the body attacks the hair follicles. The attacks cause hair loss anywhere on the body and usually begin in isolated coin-sized patches. Hair growth and loss are unpredictable, and some face total hair loss on the entire scalp or body. As you can imagine, this can take a toll on the …
Having vitiligo can mean dealing with some pretty challenging changes that occur to your body. Although it is not life-threatening or contagious, these drastic changes can take an emotional toll on those who suffer from it. Not being able to hide from vitiligo in an increasingly superficial world can make your self- confidence take a …
It’s been a wives’ tale for years. Grandmothers across the world have predicted the rain when their joints swell and ache. There have been many studies on the effect of rain on joints, but the weather undeniably affects our bodies. The changes in the weather have been known to impact the human body in both …
Autumn is here and if you suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the cooler weather may bring temporary relief before the harsh winter. Gardening in the Autumn can keep your joints healthy and your kitchen full. Gardening, in general, has health benefits for those diagnosed with RA and when you use the right tools and methods …
There are over 100 distinct autoimmune diseases that affect more than 50 million people every day. The symptoms are commonly shared cross different medical specialties and can affect all organs. Fatigue, inflammation, achy muscles, and skin rashes are a few of those. Although some autoimmune diseases can have periods of remission, most require daily management. …
