Why Consuming Liquids Is So Important for Your Body When you hear about staying hydrated, you may think that it’s only important for athletes or people who work out a lot. We’re here to tell you: it’s not. Staying hydrated...
The way the healthcare system is today, people get treated for illnesses after they get sick. Now, there’s a different way to care for people: treating them before they get sick. This is known as preventative care.
What’s Being Done to Stop It Opioids are a kind of drug that is used to relieve pain. They can be prescribed by doctors, but many patients are becoming addicted, turning to the streets to buy them.
A managed care organization (MCO) is a group that provides healthcare benefits and services to qualified people on Medicaid. In Maryland, this is done through the HealthChoice Program, Maryland’s statewide managed care program. MCOs work with a network of doctors...
It’s that time of year again. The birds are singing; the air is warm … … And allergies are alive and kicking. Yes, that bane of existence known as allergy season is back. For many across the U.S., springtime signals...
At any given time, 31 million Americans suffer from low back pain. In fact, low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide and one of the most common reasons for missing work. With so many people living with...
Approximately six million children in the U.S. suffer from one or multiple food allergies, with peanuts being the most common—and deadliest—allergen (milk is second and shellfish is third*). As a result, it was recommended for many years by pediatricians and...
During the winter season, as the temperature plummets and the aroma of sweet treats fills the air, it can be increasingly difficult to find ways to exercise and feel healthy. Don’t sweat it though, we have a few ideas to...
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