Clear vision is something that many people take for granted - until they develop an eye condition of some kind. And eye problems are not uncommon. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), vision disability is one of the top 10 disabilities among...
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Sunscreen: What Everybody Needs To Know
As we head into summer, many people are looking forward to sunny beach days, afternoon barbeques, and relaxing by the pool. The sun is the source of all life, and it’s essential to our mental and physical health. The sun keeps our vitamin D levels up and plays a...
Alzheimer’s Awareness
The increasing prevalence of Alzheimer’s in our society makes it so that almost everyone can say they know someone with it, whether a family member, friend, or colleague. However, despite how common Alzheimer’s is, there is still a lot about it which is unknown....
Oral Hygiene: A Window into Your Health
For those looking to improve their overall wellness, including physical, mental, and general quality of life, it is crucial to maintain good oral hygiene. Many people are surprised by just how wide-reaching your oral hygiene is, not only in your physical well-being but also in your mental health and relationships with others.
American Heart Month: How To Prevent Heart Disease
Heart disease is increasingly common — but fortunately, there are some actions you can take to reduce your risk of developing a condition. February is American Heart Month, a period dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease. According to the Centers for...
Detecting and Treating Thyroid Problems: 101
Thyroid issues are surprisingly common - but they often go undiagnosed. They can lead to a range of symptoms, from depression and anxiety to fatigue, cholesterol issues, weight gain/loss, and reproductive health issues. Your thyroid plays an important role in your...
Cervical Health: What Everybody Needs To Know
Your cervix is a part of your body you’re unlikely to think about - unless you’re having a Pap smear or giving birth. Unfortunately, the cervix is a common site for cancer: every year, over 13 000 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States alone....
Detection and Prevention is Key with Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is a common form of cancer, but fortunately, it can be detected early. As with most health conditions, the early detection of colorectal cancer increases your chances of beating the disease. Most of us don’t think about colorectal health all that...
Mental Health After a Pandemic Year: Why It’s Time to Address the Impact of COVID-19 on Your Wellness
Just how deep is the impact of COVID-19 on mental health? It's too early on the journey back to "normalcy" for anyone to say with certainty. While the pandemic impacted people in different ways, the one thing we can say for certain is that nobody made it through this...
The Pros and Cons of Knew Health
We speak to hundreds of people everyday that are interested in a better way to manage healthcare expenses. That includes being able to see the type of practitioners and receive care that’s right for them. They’re tired of our broken system where we pay exorbitant...
New cancer research is surprisingly optimistic
The end of cancer may be closer than we think. Here are two revolutionary developments designed to delivery medicine directly into the tumor, by adapting systems our body already uses naturally. Read the full article here. Finding a biological solution to a...
What is Knew Health
By: Mai T. Trinh MS Global Health, CHHC, Founder of Mai Health Now LLC. According to the latest Census, 27.5 million Americans did not have any type of health insurance at any point during the year. Furthermore, the rate of uninsured Americans has been trending...