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On Friday, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that several aromatherapy sprays sold by Walmart are being recalled after the products were linked to several illnesses and deaths in the United States. Update As of November 4, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has expanded the recall based on the results of further testing. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the recall now includes the following scents from the Better Homes and Gardens-branded Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones:...

Many hospitals in the United States are facing extreme shortage as they exceed their capacity to care for all the patients who need medical attention during the COVID-19 surge. Key Takeaways Hospitals in some places are filled to capacity as COVID-19 cases continue to surge throughout the country.When health systems face overwhelming demand for hospital beds, medications, ventilators or care providers, they may need to ration their resources.Many hospitals choose to ration care based on how likely a patient is to survive, though hospitals approach this differently....

A colonoscopy is a procedure in which a long, flexible instrument with a tiny video camera is inserted into the rectum to view inside the colon (large intestine). The test helps determine the causes of various gastrointestinal problems. A colonoscopy is also performed to screen for colon cancer and precancerous lesions. Spotting colon cancer early with a colonoscopy can improve your outlook and, in some cases, save your life. This article discusses the signs that you should get a colonoscopy....

What Is Xywav? Xywav is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant that treats sleeping disorders in people 7 years of age and older. Xywav is a combination of different oxybate molecules: calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium oxybates. The molecule oxybate is also known as gamma-hydroxybutyrate, or GHB, and is the active ingredient in Xywav. It is not known exactly how GHB affects sleep. However, the most common theory is that it acts on GABA receptors in the brain, which help regulate sleep....

American health insurance is expensive. Government-sponsored coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP), employer subsidies (and the massive tax breaks that go along with employer-sponsored health coverage), and premium tax credits in the health insurance exchange make coverage affordable for most people, but what if you’re not getting any subsidies? Do you have any options for affordable coverage? This article will explain how various subsidies make coverage affordable for most Americans, which groups aren’t helped by those subsidies, and how to find affordable coverage....

Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure that can help to restore joint function by replacing some or all of the joint with artificial parts (called prostheses). Arthroplasty is essentially another name for a joint replacement. This may involve only resurfacing a joint by installing a cap on the damaged ends of bones, or it could be a full joint replacement. More than 7 million Americans have undergone some type of arthroplasty, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)....

If you’re diagnosed with early-stage bladder cancer, your doctor might recommend an unusual treatment called Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) therapy. BCG is used to stop the growth of bladder cancer and keep it from returning. BCG is actually a vaccine made with a species of weakened mycobacterium, a group of tiny bacteria. The bacteria used in the vaccine is related to the bacteria that causes tuberculosis. But in most people, it doesn’t cause serious disease....

A brain aneurysm is characterized by a bulging area in the wall of an artery in the brain. The defect can produce pressure on nearby structures, causing problems such as double vision or changes in your pupil size. If you have a brain aneurysm, the biggest concern is that it could bleed. Whether it slowly leaks blood or rapidly pours blood into the surrounding brain regions, a brain aneurysm can cause serious long-term neurological damage....

What Is Brisdelle? Brisdelle is a medicine taken by mouth that contains paroxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It treats moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms (VMS) related to menopause. SSRIs work by keeping certain chemicals (i.e., neurotransmitters, like serotonin) balanced in specific parts of the brain. Brisdelle is currently the only nonhormonal brand-name medication approved for treating moderate to severe hot flashes related to menopause. It is a prescription-only medicine and should be used only by adults experiencing menopause....

Chlorella is a bright green algae. Chief among chlorella’s benefits is that it may help prevent the kind of cell damage that increases your risk of diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and certain cancers. This is thanks to its high levels of antioxidants like vitamin C, omega-3 fatty acids, and carotenoids like beta-carotene, which combat free radicals. Chlorella is also considered a “superfood” because it is high in protein, iron, dietary fiber, B vitamins, and complex carbohydrates....

Dravet syndrome causes wide-ranging effects, including cognitive impairment, motor deficits, and epilepsy. The symptoms are significant, begin within the first few years of life, and can become more noticeable and limiting as a child gets older. The condition is caused by extensive brain dysfunction, and it is associated with a genetic abnormality, although it is not inherited. Frequent Symptoms Seizures and mental and physical disabilities are the most notable symptoms of Dravet syndrome....

Dry patches on your face can be caused by skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis. Sometimes, they’re the result of environmental or lifestyle factors (cold air, hot showers, poor nutrition). Dry patches can make your skin flaky or scaly. This article goes over potential causes of dry skin and how to treat them. Psoriasis Psoriasis is a long-term inflammatory skin condition that causes dry patches. These appear as discolored, thickened, silver, or gray plaques that are hard to get rid of....

Epispadias is a rare congenital urological birth defect. In simple terms, epispadias is a condition that is present at birth and affects the urinary tract and alters the way urine exits the body. More common in boys than girls, epispadias appears in about one in 100,000 males and about one in 480,000 females. Types Epispadias can occur alone but is far more commonly present with one or more other conditions ranging from additional alterations in the way urine exits the body to more severe urological problems, bladder issues, pelvic floor problems, incomplete abdominal wall formation, or even an oddly located anus....

Food allergies can be hard to spot in babies. The only way to know for sure if your child has a food allergy is to get a formal diagnosis from a healthcare provider. That said, there are some signs and symptoms of food allergies that you may recognize. Some of these can be mild and, on their own, seemingly non-specific. For example, babies can experience nasal stuffiness, skin itching, or coughing as the result of a food allergy....

If you’ve been diagnosed with chronic bronchitis, your doctor will develop a treatment plan that focuses on protecting your lungs and preventing further damage. There are several treatment options, including medications, lifestyle changes, oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. If you are a smoker, the single best thing you can do is to quit smoking. Severe cases of chronic bronchitis may require a lung transplant. Home Remedies and Lifestyle The first thing your doctor will talk to you about is making lifestyle changes to preserve your lung function....

Aloe vera has been used for centuries as a natural moisturizer for dry, inflamed, irritated, or itchy skin. In addition to its soothing elements, it can provide many other benefits to the skin, thanks to its antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. Eczema (dermatitis) is a common skin condition that causes patches of irritated, itchy, dry skin. There are many types of eczema. Some are caused by allergens and irritants in the environment, but others do not have a clear cause....

Tens of thousands of people of all ages who have diabetes and must take insulin opt to use an insulin pump rather than rely on multiple daily injections. Many studies have shown improved glucose management outcomes while using insulin pumps in the treatment of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Insulin pump therapy allows for more flexibility and has the potential to even out the wide blood sugar fluctuations that are often experienced when injecting insulin, but it also has potential disadvantages....

Diverticulitis can cause symptoms including abdominal pain. One of the most common symptoms of diverticulitis is abdominal pain on your lower left or right side. Diverticulitis pain can get worse when you sleep or exercise. The pain might be managed with changes in diet and medications. This article will address what diverticulitis pain feels like and how it might be treated. What Does It Feel Like to Have Diverticulitis? Diverticular disease affects the colon (large intestine) and occurs when small pouches, called diverticula, form in the lining of the colon....

Male breast cancer is rare compared to female breast cancer. About 1 in 100 U.S. breast cancer cases occur in people assigned male at birth. A mammogram is an X-ray that helps determine signs of breast cancer. A screening mammogram (performed on a person without symptoms of breast cancer) is typically not recommended for people assigned male at birth with an average risk of breast cancer. However, people of any sex or gender with symptoms of breast cancer may be given a diagnostic mammogram....

Neutropenia is a condition in which the level of neutrophils circulating in the blood is lower than normal. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell with an important role in fighting infection. Neutrophils begin as stem cells in the bone marrow. During a process called hematopoiesis, bone marrow stem cells differentiate into the various types of blood cells and are eventually released into the blood. Neutrophils circulate in the blood, where they release antibacterial chemicals and ingest bacteria....