While the COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2) public health emergency declaration officially ended this month, on May 11th, the infectious disease has not gone away. Experts say COVID is here to stay. That is especially true for those dealing with the long-term effects of COVID. COVID’s Neurologic Symptoms At initial infection, most people infected with COVID-19 have …
It’s not a surprise that the time with your physician is precious, especially for those dealing with multiple sclerosis. During an appointment with any healthcare provider, the clock is ticking to maximize the amount that can be accomplished in a limited time. According to national data, doctors spend an average of 18 minutes with patients. …
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We focus on multiple sclerosis and mental illnesses as we enter May’s Mental Health Awareness Month. In this blog, we cover why people with MS are at high risk of developing mood disorders while suggesting ways to mediate the associated anxiety and depression experienced by many MS patients. Background: Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis is an …
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Overall Shortage of Physicians Today, the United States faces a shortage of physicians, which is projected to worsen significantly over the next decade. For example, the Association of American Medical Colleges projects a shortfall of 37,800 and 124,000 physicians by 2034. The ramifications of the deficit are clear: an impending crisis in which our healthcare …
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Overview of Early Treatment After a lengthy debate, early treatment of multiple sclerosis is now strongly advocated by MS experts. Our blog, “Insights into Early Treatment,” explored two trials that studied the effect of drug therapy after the onset of Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS). The study results revealed that early intervention decreased the percentage of …
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The Mystery of Autoimmune Diseases The mystery that faces those with multiple sclerosis and any autoimmune disorder: what triggers the disease? On a basic level, autoimmune disease occurs because the body’s natural defenses, the immune system, attack the body’s healthy tissue. But the answers to “how” and “why” remain elusive to scientists, physicians, and those …
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Introducing Ardra Shephard Ardra Shephard is taking the world by storm. Author of the award-winning blog Tripping on Air, Ardra is internationally recognized as an influencer and, more aptly, a game changer. Through her voice and actions, she has become a role model and inspiration for those dealing with multiple sclerosis and disabilities. Ardra and …
The Catalyst for BeCare Link The story of BeCare Link sprung from tragedy. The co-founders of BeCare Link, CEO Larry Rubin and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Charisse Litchman both lost someone who was the pillar of their lives – the same person. Dr. Beth Deutch, Larry’s wife and Charisse’s older sister, passed away unexpectedly in …
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How MS Patients Have Tried to Manage Their Disease Most people dealing with multiple sclerosis take an active role in managing their disease. In fact, MS patients try a wide variety of holistic treatments to help ease some of the many symptoms and adverse effects of the disease. A 2010 survey showed that between 30% …
Overview ViTel Health recently interviewed BeCare Link’s Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for its webinar series. The missions of the two start-ups are perfectly aligned. ViTel Health is passionate about changing healthcare. Their mission is to empower physicians to change the lives of their patients by providing digital health tools. BeCare Link is an innovator that …
