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What is Type 3 diabetes? Understanding the diabetes-dementia link

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There are four commonly accepted kinds of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes: A problem with the immune system prevents the pancreas from producing enough insulin. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have been testing intranasal insulin spray , which they hope will help Alzheimer’s patients whose disease is related to insulin resistance.

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Treatment options for Crohn’s disease expand after Rinvoq approval

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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved AbbVie’s Rinvoq (upadacitinib) for patients with Crohn’s disease who do not respond to TNF blockers, a common immune suppressant treatment for the condition.

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How to choose a nasal spray for allergies

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It could take up to three weeks of daily use to notice improvements, per the Mayo Clinic. Antihistamine sprays Antihistamines refer to allergy medications that block histamines—chemicals released by immune cells that trigger allergies, per the National Library of Medicine. They’re intended for short-term use—up to three days.

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Everything you need to know about the RSV vaccine

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But young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at high risk of severe, potentially life-threatening RSV illness. Infants have a high risk because their airways may be small enough to close up when inflamed and their immune systems aren’t yet fully developed.

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15 home remedies for mouth sores (and what to do if they don’t work)

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Saltwater rinses Saltwater rinses can flush out the sore, decrease inflammation, and dry out the wound, according to Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic recommends using a cotton swab or pad to apply milk of magnesium directly to the area a few times a day. 15 Home remedies for mouth sores 1. Stir and allow the salt to dissolve.

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How to avoid prednisone withdrawal

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Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids (also sometimes called glucocorticoids)—steroids that reduce inflammation in the body by replacing cortisol, a hormone produced in the adrenal glands, and slowing down an overactive immune system. The benefits of prednisone also come with risks.

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What conditions qualify for disability benefits?

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Examples of neurological conditions that may qualify for SSA benefits include: Epilepsy Multiple sclerosis (MS) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Parkinson’s disease Cerebral palsy Traumatic brain injury (TBI) Neurological conditions can affect several body systems even more so than immune system disorders.