Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Every year, about half a million Americans suffer from a serious and potentially deadly infection called Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infection.1,2 C. diff infection takes hold in the gut microbiome and people who suffer from the infection may experience debilitating symptoms, including diarrhea, fever, stomach pain, and inflammation of the colon.1 …
Did you know that if you have a chronic heart condition, you may be at increased risk for pneumococcal pneumonia? It’s a potentially serious bacterial lung disease that can put you in the hospital or even be life-threatening. The heart and lungs are teammates — working closely together to ensure the body has the oxygen-rich …
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This content is sponsored by Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. (MTPA) and is intended for U.S. audiences only. Ned Patterson is an actual patient who is taking RADICAVA® (edaravone). The information provided here is general in nature and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You are strongly …
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– Life after 50 is a huge milestone worth celebrating. It’s also a great time to shift your mindset and reflect on how your body is changing and what you’ll do to stay ahead of potential health challenges. As you enter this next stage in your life, focus on how you can thrive now and …
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Content sponsored and provided by Pfizer. Michael partnered with Pfizer to share his experience living with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Michael retired from being a professional figure skater to pursue his dream of becoming a fashion designer. He was enrolled as a student in design school when he started having signs of joint …
– By Atul Gupta, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Image-Guided Therapy at Philips One in 10 people undergo a surgical procedure each year [1]. That means that over the next decade it’s highly likely you — or someone close to you — will too. This may sound like a scary prospect, but it doesn’t have to …
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Lindsey Vonn has been tackling challenges all her life as a professional skier. However, one of her biggest challenges didn’t happen on her skis, but rather, in her own bed. A knee injury took her off the slopes to recoup in 2013. Around this time, she began having trouble falling and staying sleep, also known …
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Every February, love is in the air. Equally as important as keeping your heart full of love is keeping your heart healthy, especially given that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.[1] There are many types of heart disease, and most are progressive — meaning it will get worse if …
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Content sponsored and provided by Pfizer. Ashley partnered with Pfizer to share her experience living with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Growing up, Ashley was active, played sports, and exercised regularly. So, when she began feeling joint pain, she attributed it to typical sports injuries or soreness. However, as time passed, she was concerned …
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Face it, winter driving is no fun — and it can be downright dangerous. While you may already be familiar with techniques for careful winter driving, like slowing way down and going easy on the brakes, you could be neglecting crucial safety steps to take even before you get on the road. Along with making …
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