How has COVID-19 impacted patients living with chronic illness? Global survey results

Oct 5, 2021 • 2 Likes • 2 comments

As we soon head into the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are looking back at what we have learned from the virus. Throughout 2020, Carenity conducted a survey to understand the...

Myalgic encephalomyelitis

What is chronic fatigue syndrome?

Oct 2, 2021 • 1 Like

Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), or more commonly referred to as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), is a condition that causes intense fatigue, headaches, muscle pain and difficulty concentrating.Although...

Psychiatry

What is psychedelic therapy and how can it benefit our mental health?

Sep 30, 2021

When we think of psychedelic drugs, many of us may think of that “groovy” era of the 1960s and 70s. But did you know that psychedelics also have a medical application? In recent years, with increased...

COPD

COPD: Myths and facts about its causes, symptoms and treatments

Sep 27, 2021 • 7 Likes • 1 comment

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic illness that affects the bronchial tubes in a progressive way and leads to accelerated destruction of the lungs.What are some common...

Rare diseases

Lysosomal storage disorders: A care journey with many challenges

Sep 25, 2021

Lysosomal storage disorders are a subgroup of diseases included in the rare diseases classification. According to a study by the Rare Disease Observatory, 21% of the people surveyed waited more than...

Long-term medical care: What are LTCHs, SNFs, and IRFs?

Sep 24, 2021 • 1 Like

A hospitalization can, for many reasons, be prolonged and last a relatively long time. However, specialized centers exist to accommodate patients on a long-term basis. Long-term care hospitals...

Depression

How does depression physically affect the brain?

Sep 17, 2021 • 8 Likes

Depression is one of the most commonly occurring mental illnesses today, with almost 5% of US adults experiencing regular feelings of depression each year. Not only can this disorder affect you...

Hodgkin lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma

World Lymphoma Awareness Day: Symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment

Sep 15, 2021

World Lymphoma Day (WLD), which takes place every year on 15 September, is another opportunity to raise awareness of this cancer that affects the cells of the lymphatic system known as lymphocytes....

Can waking up early benefit our health?

Sep 10, 2021 • 13 Likes • 2 comments

"Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise!"This phrase, often attributed to Benjamin Franklin who is said to have quoted it in the 18th century, was partly referring to...

Breast cancer

What are the first signs of breast cancer?

Sep 9, 2021

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. In fact, nearly one in eight women will develop cancer during her lifetime. In 2021, the American Cancer Society estimates that around 330,000 new...

Diabetes (Type 1)
Diabetes (Type 2)

What influence does diabetes have on mental health?

Sep 2, 2021 • 3 Likes

Patients living with diabetes sometimes face problems with their mental health, such as depression, anxiety or even eating disorders. These feelings can range from a simple, temporary low mood to...

Asthma

Is asthma hereditary?

Aug 30, 2021 • 1 Like

Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition caused by permanent inflammation of the bronchial tubes. It manifests itself through attacks, which are characterized by episodes of breathing difficulties,...