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For many years, it was unthinkable to prescribe psychedelic drugs to patients for any reason. That mindset is changing. Today, professionals in the medical field are exploring key applications and subsequent benefits of this class of drug. Beverly Fergus, Master's...
Those who suffer with heart disease—or present with multiple cardiovascular risk factors—are often under the care of a cardiologist. At the very least, their primary care provider is aware of their condition and will advise on treatment protocols. What about people...
Every single person deserves quality healthcare, no matter their financial situation. Yet, not everyone has the ability to afford health insurance. Individuals may delay care because the costs are just not feasible. On top of that, the COVID-19 pandemic induced health...
In the past, “psychedelics” was a bit of a taboo subject. This class of drugs was considered off-limits from a medical perspective. Today, attitudes are shifting surrounding the use of psychedelics in mental health care. Beverly Fergus, Master's degree student at the...
The complexities of Medicare and all its parts have been broken down by Ben Rothering, licensed medical insurance salesman and Medicare expert, over a five-part series. Enrollment, Part A hospitalization, Part B outpatient care, and Part C Medicare Advantage were...
So far in this series, we have reviewed Medicare Part A and Part B. In this installment, we look at Part C with Ben Rothering, a licensed insurance salesman who specializes in helping guide people through the Medicare process. “Medicare Part C is known as Medicare...
When you’re in pain, all you want is to feel better. Sometimes, it’s difficult to know how to address pain effectively, especially if over-the-counter medications fail to provide relief. One way to incorporate better pain management strategies is to understand the...
The different parts of Medicare can be puzzling. If you are eligible for Medicare, you need to understand the costs and coverages of the various options, so you’re never caught off guard. Previously, in the second installment of our series on Medicare, we covered what...
“Part A and Part B together are known as original Medicare,” says Ben Rothering, a licensed insurance salesman who specializes in helping guide people through the Medicare process. When President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare into law in 1965, it only consisted of...
Navigating Medicare can be overwhelming. This insurance program is designed to help Americans in need, but many may not know if they are able to receive its benefits. Understanding eligibility and when to sign up can be confusing. “Medicare is a federally-funded...
What is a Stroke? Rhonda Tesmer is a nurse at Stoughton Health and a Clinical Quality Specialist. She explains what a stroke is by comparing it to a heart attack. “Most people understand what a heart attack is, and I think it may be helpful if we think of stroke as a...
When it comes to knee pain, it’s not just an issue older people experience anymore. In fact, one in four Americans suffer from knee pain — for a variety of reasons. Dr. Ashish Rawal, orthopedic surgeon with Stoughton Hospital, explains common causes, prevention and...
Do You Need a Sleep Study? Do you remember when you were a child, and sleep just came naturally? You may have not even woken up when your mom or dad carried you from a car ride home into your bed. As we age, sleep—at least “good” sleep—can become elusive. If lack of...
Athletes are subject to a variety of injuries, like torn ACLs, hamstring strains, and groin pulls. But, plantar fasciitis is an issue anyone—athlete or not—can develop. In fact, it’s quite common among “regular” people. Dr. Colin Graney, Fellowship Trained Foot and...
Severe acid reflux, or gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a chronic disease that occurs when acid from the stomach flows into the tube connecting the mouth and stomach and irritates its lining. Symptoms include heartburn, regurgitation and belching. According...
