Tag: healthcare proxy
Medical Power of Attorney and Medication Decisions: Planning Ahead
A Medical Power of Attorney lets you name someone to make medication and treatment decisions if you can't speak for yourself. Learn how to choose your agent, what to discuss, and why this simple step prevents family conflict and ensures your wishes are followed.
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Hemochromatosis is a genetic iron overload disorder that silently damages the liver, heart, and pancreas. Phlebotomy is the only proven treatment-removing blood regularly prevents irreversible harm and restores normal life expectancy.
Published ON: 15 DecPterygium is a sun-induced eye growth that can blur vision. Learn how UV exposure causes it, what surgery options exist, and how to prevent it before it affects your sight.
Published ON: 6 DecLearn how to accurately monitor kidney function in seniors to prevent dangerous medication errors. Discover which eGFR equations work best for older adults and what questions to ask your doctor.
Published ON: 4 DecAscites management relies on sodium restriction and diuretics, but new research challenges old guidelines. Learn how much salt to really eat, which diuretics work best, and what to avoid to protect your liver and kidneys.
Published ON: 7 DecAnxiety disorders affect nearly 20% of U.S. adults and include types like GAD, panic disorder, and social anxiety. Evidence-based treatments like CBT and SSRIs offer real relief, but access and side effects remain barriers. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to move forward.
Published ON: 5 Dec