Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Part D plans can deny coverage for a health service or medication. However, individuals have a legal right to appeal the decision if they think it is incorrect. A person can submit an application form with a statement, as well as some supporting evidence, outlining why they disagree with Medicare’s...
Written by Shane McCarthy, DO | Reviewed by Farzon A. Nahvi, MDUpdated on June 12, 2024 Key takeaways: Leg swelling is a common issue that can be caused by many different medical conditions. Sometimes, swollen legs are a sign of a life-threatening problem that needs urgent evaluation. Blood clots, pregnancy, infections, injuries, medications, heart disease,...
Written by Maggie Aime, MSN, RN | Reviewed by Patricia Pinto-Garcia, MD, MPHUpdated on August 1, 2024 Key takeaways: Custom orthotics are special shoe inserts that can help with foot pain and other problems. They give your feet extra support tailored to your unique needs. There are many types of custom orthotics, and they can...
Katie E. Golden, MDWritten by Jill L. Jaimes, MD | Reviewed by Katie E. Golden, MDUpdated on July 9, 2024 Key takeaways: Kidney stones are painful. And once you get one, your risk of getting another one is higher. But there are dietary changes that can help prevent kidney stones.Limiting certain substances in your diet...
September 9, 2024 by Elizabeth Hawse, MD, FAAP, American Academy of Pediatrics Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs the school year begins, every family wants their children to be healthy, active and ready to learn. To prepare children and teens to be at their best—physically, mentally, socially and emotionally—the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends regular visits to...
EXPERTSDermatologist Tells Us 4 Benefits Of Using Turmeric SoapBY MONICA GILLSEPT. 7, 2024 11:30 AM ESTStefania Pelfini, La Waziya Photography/Getty ImagesFor thousands of years, people have relied on the medicinal properties of the turmeric plant to treat a wide range of health conditions, such as heart disease and arthritis, to name a few. In many...
September 8, 2024 by Diabetologia Credit: CC0 Public DomainAltitude changes during commercial flights may affect the blood glucose levels of people with type 1 diabetes who are treated with insulin pump therapy, according to new research to be presented at this year’s Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Madrid...
Story by Ashley Welch, Scott Haak Sitting is often necessary for a number of activities, including driving and working on a computer — but over time, a sedentary lifestyle can quietly lead to health risks. “Being sedentary means spending most of your time sitting or lying down with minimal physical activity,” says Isabel Vazquez, a...
September 6, 2024 by Julia Busiek, University of California A 2016 study investigated how lung tissue recovers from short-term exposure to PM2.5 in mice. Initial results (images a and c) found evidence of acute inflammation and higher white blood cell count. Ten days later (images b and d), researchers could still see soot particles trapped...
The agency sent warning letters to four companies and reminded the public it has not authorized any devices for cleaning or disinfecting CPAPs. Published Sept. 5, 2024 Elise ReuterReporter Scientists with the Food and Drug Administration test the safety and efficacy of a CPAP cleaning device. The FDA sent warning letters to four companies selling...
