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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.

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How to help patients manage diabetes

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There are lots of ways, from offering diabetes medication management sessions, immunizations, or even diabetes education for patients. You can guide patients on how to wear CGMs properly, set up the app on their phone or transmitter device, and review a patient’s medication record to check for interactions.

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Cephalexin interactions to avoid

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These bacteria stimulate our immunity, but if given concurrently with an antibiotic, the bacteria from the vaccine could be eradicated before they have done their job. Take an updated med list to every appointment and ensure it is reviewed compared to the office’s medical record.

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Unlocking disease treatment with large-scale research

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The disease is so unpredictable because it affects the nerves in the body, with the immune system attacking nerves in the brain or the spinal cord, and this leads to many different body functions being impacted. This makes it difficult to diagnose MS early. Breakthroughs to come.

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Navigating a cancer diagnosis

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This is a great place to go when you’re having trouble interpreting your medical records. These options have shown good results for certain types of cancer: Immunotherapy Immunotherapy uses the body’s immune system to attack and kill cancer cells. Staging and prognosis The stage of cancer refers to how advanced it is.

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Navigating a cancer diagnosis

The Checkup by Singlecare

This is a great place to go when you’re having trouble interpreting your medical records. These options have shown good results for certain types of cancer: Immunotherapy Immunotherapy uses the body’s immune system to attack and kill cancer cells. Staging and prognosis The stage of cancer refers to how advanced it is.