As we recognize amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month in May, the disease remains without a cure. A rare and fatal neurodegenerative disease characterized by a progressive degeneration of motor…
This post was originally published in November 23, 2021 and updated on November 3, 2022. November is Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month, an annual event to raise awareness of this rare…
As a Clinical pharmacist for Shields Health Solutions, I have had the privilege to focus on providing the best care for patients on specialty medications. With our care model, I…
Case managers are an integral part of healthcare and patient care, and case management is a collaborative process to help patients and families navigate care coordination. Case managers meet with…
September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month as designated by Congress to help focus attention on the need for research and treatment of sickle cell disease (SCD). Sickle cell disease…
Two big diabetes clinical conferences – the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE) Annual Meeting and the American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) Annual Clinical Conference – took place in May and,…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and it’s so important to recognize your mental health – physical, emotional, and overall well-being. It’s crucial at every stage of life, from childhood…
April is National Minority Health Month, and the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health is highlighting the key role individuals and organizations can play in helping…
It’s so hard to imagine the emotions of receiving a diagnosis that can affect the rest of your life, maintaining relationships, succeeding at a job, and just day-to-day living activities.…
A rare disease diagnosis can be hard to digest and comprehend. What does the future look like? Will I be able to get the treatment I need to live with…
