disease management

Non-Pharmacologic Therapies in PsO and PsA: 5 Things to Know

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Psoriasis, which affects approximately 7.5 million people in the United States, is a chronic, immune-mediated dermatological disorder characterized by keratinocyte hyperproliferation, often presenting as erythematous, scaly plaques on the skin. In some cases, it is accompanied by psoriatic arthritis (PsA), a seronegative oligoarthritis marked by progressive joint pain and destruction. While pharmacologic interventions, including biologic … Read more

Can a Plant-Based Diet Be Nutritionally Adequate?

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TOPLINE: Vegetarian/vegan diets can be nutritionally adequate and offer long-term health benefits, guidance from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics said. METHODOLOGY: Expert panel members and methodologists from the academy’s Evidence Analysis Center created research questions and eligibility criteria and systematically identified and summarized existing evidence on vegetarian and vegan dietary patterns and health outcomes … Read more

Lancet study finds Autism Spectrum Disorder among top 10 causes of non-fatal health burden

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Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Growing Global Concern Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has emerged as a significant health concern, ranking among the top ten causes of non-fatal health burden in individuals under 20, according to a recent study published in The Lancet Psychiatry. This groundbreaking research, conducted by the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries and Risk … Read more

Lancet study finds Autism Spectrum Disorder among top 10 causes of non-fatal health burden | Health and Wellness News

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) ranked in the top ten causes of non-fatal health burden among young people below 20, says a new study from the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries and Risk Factors (GBD), 2021, published in The Lancet Psychiatry. This means one in every 127 people (61.8 million individuals) was estimated to be on … Read more