All articles tagged with #chronicillness
Lydia Fischer Dooley has been suffering from Long-Covid symptoms for over three years, which severely impact her daily life, and she aims to raise awareness about this often overlooked condition.
Riley Moscicki, a 25-year-old from New York, shares her experience with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a chronic skin condition causing painful lumps. Initially mistaking the symptoms for heat rash or ingrown hairs, she eventually received a diagnosis after a painful flare-up led her to the emergency room. Despite the challenges, including scarring and ongoing management, Riley found relief through treatments like laser hair removal and emphasizes the importance of self-research and support in managing HS.
Recent research highlights the importance of reducing sugar intake in the first 1,000 days after conception to lower the risk of chronic illnesses like obesity and diabetes later in life. The study, using historical data from the UK's post-WWII sugar rationing period, found that children born during rationing had a 30% lower risk of obesity. Experts suggest that both parents and companies should work towards reducing sugar in children's diets, as excessive sugar consumption poses significant health and economic challenges.