For women across the country, many use some form of birth control. Birth control options include pills, condoms, patches, implants, shots, and intrauterine devices (IUDs). Of the five IUD medical devices approved for use in the U.S., the Paragard IUD is made of copper and…
In recent years, there has been a drastic increase in the number of people using drugs created for diabetics and obesity known as GLP-1 medications. According to a recent Gallup poll, 15.5 million Americans have used injectable drugs, including Ozempic and Wegovy, to lose weight.…
For well over a decade, scientists have studied the possible health effects of chemical hair relaxers, and extensive research has linked them to several serious illnesses, including ovarian, uterine, breast, and endometrial cancer. However, it wasn’t until the release of research findings in October 2022…
When you suffer an unexpected injury, or if a loved one suddenly dies, it may take all your strength to simply get through the day. However, if you are harmed after using a kratom product, it is important to get the medical treatment you need…
An anti-seizure medication (ASM) can have positive effects on individuals dealing with various conditions, such as epilepsy, migraines, and mood disorders. However, along with the benefits of these drug treatments, there is a possibility that the patient could experience concerning side effects in the form…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning about a popular kratom brand, cautioning consumers that the product has been linked to one death and several other adverse health symptoms. Optimized Plant Mediated Solutions (OPMS) Black Liquid Kratom is available online and…
Thousands of Americans struggle with opioid use disorder (OUD), and while there are three widely available drug treatments for OUD, only about one in five receive OUD medications to combat it. The opioid epidemic has blazed on for decades, and public health officials continue to…
Ozempic and other diabetes weight loss drugs have soared in popularity in recent years, with more than 15 million adults in the U.S. taking a GLP-1 agonist. The drugs are designed to treat type 2 diabetes but successfully treat obesity, with the average patient losing…
Nearly 47 million American women use a form of birth control. Five intrauterine devices (IUDs) have been approved for use by women in the U.S. The Paragard IUD is a copper intrauterine device that is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. As one of the…
Millions of women nationwide use the Paragard IUD as a form of birth control. The benefits of the intrauterine device are apparent: it can be inserted in minutes, doesn’t have the same side effects as hormonal birth control, and is effective for up to 10…