Infection Types: What are the Different Types of Infections?

What is an Infection? The Different Types of Infections The introduction will define what an infection is. It will then go over the different types of infections. An infection is a term used for an illness that occurs when a person or animal is exposed to bacteria, viruses, parasites, or…

July 11, 2021ByHeights Family Pharmacy

What is Shingles?

Shingles is a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. The virus is the same one that causes chickenpox--and it can cause shingles if the person's immune system has been affected and weakened by something else, such as an illness or another disease. The varicella-zoster virus stays dormant in nerve…

July 9, 2021ByHeights Family Pharmacy

What is Graves’ Disease?

What are Graves' Disease Symptoms Graves’ Disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the body attacks the thyroid gland. This disorder can be diagnosed by blood tests and gives off certain symptoms. Some people with Graves’ disease will have no symptoms at all or some typical like a rapid heartbeat,…

July 3, 2021ByHeights Family Pharmacy

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

What is Hashimoto's Thyroiditis? Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid gland. It is named after the Japanese scientist Dr. Hakaru Hashimoto who discovered it in 1912. Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis (HT) is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by an inflammation of the thyroid gland, which results in the…

July 1, 2021ByHeights Family Pharmacy

6 Health Trends in 2021

1. The benefits of using Coconut Oil Coconut oil is one of the healthiest oils in existence and has been used for centuries to improve overall health and provide considerable benefits for people. In this section, I will explore what makes coconut oil so good for us, how it is…

June 29, 2021ByHeights Family Pharmacy

The 4 Most Common Reasons for Lower Respiratory Infection

What is a Lower Respiratory Infection? Lower respiratory infections are the most common type of infection in the chest. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or protozoa. These types of infections can cause stomach pain and fever. The symptoms of a lower respiratory infection are fever and cough…

June 29, 2021ByHelio

How to Ease Your Arthritis Pain

Introduction - What is Arthritis? Arthritis is a condition in which the joints experience inflammation, making movement painful and eventually impossible. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, with some being more common than others. Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of arthritis, which affects about 27 million…

June 29, 2021ByHelio

Diabetes and Carbs

Cooking as someone with diabetes, or for someone with diabetes, means paying attention to both the types of carbs and the volume. While there's no one-size-fits-all plan, most people with diabetes generally want to limit their carbs at each meal. How to cook for someone with diabetes See the "fast…

June 28, 2021ByHelio

Understanding the Different Types of Heart Medications

Types of Heart Disease Medications Killing more than 17.9 million people each year, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are considered the deadliest in the world, according to the World Health Organization. These group of disorders affect the heart and blood vessels, and they can affect people from all ages, races and economic…

May 28, 2021ByHeights Family Pharmacy

Erectile Dysfunction Medications

Medications For Erectile Dysfunction Although some erectile dysfunction issues are temporary and would be gone without any treatment, patients who consistently experience difficulty in getting and maintaining an erection may be advised to take one or more of these medications: More popularly known as Viagra, this medication is the most…

May 27, 2021ByHeights Family Pharmacy