If you’ve turned on the news lately, you’ve likely heard a lot about COVID-19 variants, particularly the Delta variant. These variants are essentially mutated versions of the virus that causes COVID-19. Variants are expected, but it can be hard to know what to expect when a new variant appears. So, what do you need to …
Who Is Most at Risk from the Delta Variant of COVID-19?
Take a look outside. Depending on where you live, life may seem like it’s back to normal. Musicians are touring again; fans are flocking to baseball and football games; some cities have allowed shoppers, diners, and gym-goers to leave their masks at home. But as some COVID-19 restrictions disappear, the Delta variant of COVID-19 is …
Signs and Symptoms of NAFLD
Several conditions fall under the umbrella of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the most prevalent form of chronic liver disease in the United States, but all are characterized by an overabundance of fat in the liver cells. In addition, as you might surmise from the name, only people who drink a small amount of alcohol …
Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease
We all forget things from time to time: a friend’s birthday, a neighbor’s name, what we intended to pick up at the grocery store. When is memory loss normal and when is it a sign of something more serious, like Alzheimer’s disease? The signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease often come on slowly, and they …
Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus, more commonly known as diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders that affect how your body uses glucose (i.e., blood sugar). A pivotal source of energy for your brain as well as the cells making up your muscles and tissues, healthy and consistent glucose levels keep the body functioning optimally. Unfortunately, most people …
