Trump Mishandling Coronavirus Information

Trump Mishandling Coronavirus Information

The coronavirus, also referred to as COVID-19, has swept the world into a pandemic. There is panic worldwide as people are being ordered to stay inside to not spread or contract the virus. As the virus spreads at a rapid pace, many Americans have begun to fear the...
Chronic Opioids Usage and It’s Affect on Sleep

Chronic Opioids Usage and It’s Affect on Sleep

Chronic opioid therapy can result in a number of unwanted effects. With chronic opioid therapy, sleep architecture can change and the risk for sleep-disordered breathing can increase. To better identify those who are at risk for sleep problems, it crucial that...
3 Questions Your Patients May Ask About the Flu Vaccine

3 Questions Your Patients May Ask About the Flu Vaccine

As we approach the colder months of the year, like December and January, flu season is soon to follow. Patients that fall victim to the flu will experince many symptoms varying from aches, sore throat, sneezing, and exhaustion. If the 2019 season is anything like last...
Patients Forced to Make Risky Choices Due to Rising Drug Costs

Patients Forced to Make Risky Choices Due to Rising Drug Costs

With the continuously rising cost of prescription drugs, patients are forced to take matters into their own hands. They are making choices that their doctors would advise against, and their health is suffering because of it.   Dr. Sameer Awsare, an internist and...
Biosimilar Usage for Rheumatic Diseases

Biosimilar Usage for Rheumatic Diseases

The treatment of choice for rheumatic diseases has traditionally been the use of biological agents called bio-originators. These agents are derived from microorganisms, animals or humans. The increasing cost of these agents has put effective treatment out of the reach...