Category: Preventive Health Care for Specific Populations

What to Know About Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, known as COPD for short, is an inflammatory lung disease. It causes obstruction to the airflow … Read More

How Underwire Bras Can Be Bad for Your Health

Most women have experience wearing underwire bras. However, most women may not know that some scientists believe underwire bras are … Read More

How to Alleviate or Prevent Menstrual Cramping

Menstrual cramping is also known as period pain or dysmenorrhea. If you suffer from painful menstrual cramps during your monthly … Read More

7 Bad Habits That Cause Joint Pain

Are you suffering from joint pain? If so, then you are not alone. In 2002, a study by the U.S. … Read More

The Shingles Vaccine Shortage in 2019: What You Should Know

The United States is experiencing a shortage of the major shingles vaccine, Shingrix. Approximately one in three residents in the … Read More

How to Prevent Nausea Caused by Birth Control Pills

Taking birth control pills, also known as oral contraceptives, is one of the most popular methods for preventing pregnancy. One … Read More