Tachycardia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Tachycardia is a medical condition characterized by a rapid heart rate, exceeding the normal resting rate. While the heart is designed to beat faster during physical activity or stress, persistent …
Shortness of Breath
The Great American Smokeout – Focus on Vaping
The Great American Smokeout takes place every third Thursday in November and carries a crucial message: quit smoking for at least one day, with the aspiration that this temporary cessation …
10 Pneumonia Symptoms
Pneumonia, an infection that inflames the air sacs in the lungs, is a common health concern in the USA, impacting thousands yearly. While anyone can contract this illness, certain groups, …
7 Kidney Disease Signs to Take Seriously
When kidney disease first develops, the symptoms are subtle. You may not realize you have a problem at all. But, as you gradually lose kidney function, you experience dangerous levels …
HMPV: A Respiratory Illness You Need to Know About
HMPV (hMPV), which stands for human metapneumovirus is a virus that causes respiratory infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Here are the basics …
What is Angina
Angina, or Angina Pectoris, is chest pain or discomfort that recurs. Angina can be a symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD). This occurs when arteries that carry blood to your …
Heart Failure Symptoms
Heart failure is a serious and chronic condition. It occurs when the heart can no longer pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. The early warning signs of heart …
3 Symptoms of Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary embolism is a serious yet treatable medical condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in the lungs’ blood vessels. It is essential to recognize the signs and symptoms …
Causes of Shortness of Breath
Shortness of Breath Can Be Frightening Shortness of breath is the feeling that you cannot get enough air into your lungs because your breathing passages are narrowed or blocked in …
What Is Bad Cholesterol (LDL Cholesterol)
Bad cholesterol is bad news – it can lead to heart disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, and other cardiovascular problems. Bad cholesterol is known as Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol or LDL Cholesterol. It …
COVID-19 and ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)
Acute respiratory distress syndrome or ARDS is a life-threatening lung injury that causes fluid to leak into the lungs. ARDS usually occurs in people who have significant injuries or those …
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, tasteless and odorless gas, generally found in combustion fumes produced by charcoal grills, heaters, fireplaces, car engines, portable generators, car mufflers and more. (Kahn, 2018) …
