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Whether at the hospital or in the home, a urinary catheter can provide relief for certain medical conditions or can help in the recovery from a surgery or medical procedure. The use of urinary catheters may be short or long-term depending on the patient’s specific needs. Learn more about the…

Zostavax is the shingles vaccine recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for most individuals over 60 years of age. Shingles is caused by the same virus as chickenpox, but it can cause an extremely painful rash, severe sensitivity, blisters, and itching. While shingles is not life-threatening,…

When any part of the urinary tract develops an infection, the symptoms you may experience can be uncomfortable and inconvenient. In an advanced stage of infection, a UTI can pose serious health concerns and may cause lasting damage to kidney function. Learn more about how urinary tract infections develop and…

As a prescription drug for pain relief, Vicodin is a combination of a narcotic, hydrocodone, and non-narcotic, acetaminophen anodyne. It is an effective and common prescription for pain relief, but can be dangerous and addictive in large doses. Your Medicare plan may impose certain limitations on how much can be…

The appearance of warts may cause embarrassment, but they can also be painful or bothersome depending on their location on the skin and the behavior of the wart. Discover more about what causes warts, how they’re removed, and if your Medicare benefits might cover the procedure. Understanding the Causes of…

High levels of cholesterol, a waxy substance in the blood, can increase your risk of developing heart disease, so it’s important to see a physician regularly for checkups. Lab work can determine your good cholesterol (HDL) and bad cholesterol (LDL) levels. Take advantage of your Medicare coverage of annual doctor…

Triamterene is a commonly used prescription medication that provides critical benefits for many individuals. This diuretic can help to improve kidney, liver, and brain functioning while lowering blood pressure. Triamterene is a drug that helps your body create and expel more urine. This drug is used to help your kidneys…

If you’re experiencing moderate to severe pain due to acute or chronic illness, your doctor may decide that prescription morphine can help relieve your discomfort. Understanding Morphine and Common Uses As a pain medication in the opiod analgesic family, morphine acts on the central nervous system directly. Because of its…

Skin cancer is one of the most common of all cancers in the United States. Prevention is key, but detecting skin cancer in its early stages is essential to receiving effective treatments and a positive outcome. Learning more about skin cancer can help you recognize changes and seek medical assistance…