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Eye diseases

Ophthalmologist, optometrist, optician: What is the difference and which is the best choice for your eyes?

Jun 29, 2021 • 2 Likes

In terms of eye care, there are three main types of eye professionals: ophthalmologists, optometrists, and opticians. Keep reading for a quick look at these three eye specialists:What is an...

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Migraine

Can exercise prevent migraines?

Jun 26, 2021

Migraine is a chronic illness characterized by the regular and repetitive occurrence of violent headaches that may be associated with vomiting. These headaches can last from several hours to several...

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Lupus
Rheumatoid arthritis

Lupus: Improving pain through exercise

Jun 23, 2021

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Obesity

What is the impact of obesity on our body and mental health?

Jun 21, 2021 • 1 comment

What is obesity and what causes it? Obesity affects a large proportion of the world's population. According to the WHO, 39% of adults worldwide are overweight and 13% are obese. Since 1975, the...

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What is burnout?

Jun 19, 2021 • 4 comments

What is burnout?Burnout syndrome was a term coined in the 1970s to describe a state of exhaustion in the work of aid and care professionals. Today, it extends to all professions requiring a high...

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Fibromyalgia

Why do some still believe that fibromyalgia is a psychosomatic disease?

Jun 18, 2021 • 2 Likes • 1 comment

Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by chronic, widespread and persistent pain which can be made worse through exertion, humidity or the cold. These symptoms are compounded by a widespread...

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Asthma

Asthma: "It's a battle"

Jun 17, 2021

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Castleman disease

Castleman disease: "I want to tell everyone to listen to your body and how you feel!"

Jun 17, 2021

Hello TamaraGajic, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us here on Carenity.First of all, could you tell us a bit about yourself?I'm 39 years old, I was born and raised in Berlin, I have...

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Endometriosis

Endometriosis and pregnancy: What is the outlook for affected women?

Jun 16, 2021

What is endometriosis?Endometriosis is a common but still little known gynecological condition. It affects approximately one in ten women. Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent condition, which...

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World Blood Donor Day: What is the history of blood transfusion and donation?

Jun 14, 2021 • 1 comment

Blood transfusion and blood products help to save millions of lives each year. But what is this history of this medical practice? What happens to blood once it is donated? Read on to learn more!What...

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Skin cancer

Skin cancer: How to protect your skin?

Jun 13, 2021

What is skin cancer?In terms of surface area, the skin the largest organ in the human body. Its role is to protect the body from infection and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The skin also helps control...

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Asthma

Asthma: "My case was considered very serious by the doctors in the intensive care unit"

Jun 9, 2021 • 1 Like

Hello Plumette57, thank you for accepting to share your story with us here on Carenity.First of all, could you tell us a little bit about yourself?Hello, my name is Astrid, I am 66 years old and...

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