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by Shirin Borja | July 5, 2023
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How Much Do You Need For A UTI Treatment?

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern with different treatment options. Each step, from diagnosis to medication, and sometimes more advanced interventions, incur certain costs. Overview of the prevalence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) UTIs are among the most frequent clinical bacterial infections, especially in women, with about

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Guidance for Accurate UTI Test Results

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern that affects millions of people each year, especially women. If you can have it detected early, you can have it treated sooner. This comprehensive guide can help you recognize the symptoms of UTI signs, understand how UTI tests work, evaluate their

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Urinalysis (Urine Test): A Detailed Guide

Urinalysis, a common and crucial laboratory test, involves the analysis of urine. It serves as a key diagnostic tool that helps in the detection, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of disorders, from urinary tract infections (UTIs) to kidney disease and diabetes. This detailed guide provides an in-depth look

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The Growing Risk of UTIs with Older Adults

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) pose a significant health concern for older adults, a demographic increasingly at risk due to various physiological, lifestyle and healthcare factors. This comprehensive article looks into these topics: Reasons behind the increased incidence of UTIs in older adults Causes and symptoms Heightened risk among dementia patients

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How Do You Interpret Vitamin D Test Results?

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that strengthens your bones, keeps your immune function healthy and regulates your hormones. While a vitamin D test measures the levels of this crucial vitamin in your blood, interpreting test results can be confusing. Understanding the factors that can influence vitamin D levels and

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What Affects Vitamin D Status Monitoring?

Vitamin D is vital for your bone health and various physiological processes. Monitoring vitamin D levels is crucial to prevent deficiency-related conditions, however, there are different factors and population characteristics that can affect monitoring accuracy. Here are six factors that can influence vitamin D status monitoring. 1. Dietary factors Adequate

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When and How Will COVID-19 End?

With how the COVID-19 pandemic has upended everyone’s lives in unimaginable ways, don’t you wonder when and how this global health crisis will ultimately come to an end? While the distribution of vaccines has provided a glimmer of hope, the road to recovery remains uncertain. Current COVID-19 situation The current

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What Does a Faint Line on Your COVID Antigen Test Mean?

The number of lines and their appearance on the COVID-19 antigen testing stick mean different things. Let’s look into what a faint line means and what you should do if you see it on your test. When to take a rapid COVID-19 test? Taking a rapid COVID-19 test requires appropriate

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How Long Is the Flu Contagious?

How long is the flu contagious? Understanding the contagious nature of the flu virus is essential for effective disease control. The flu, caused by influenza viruses, spreads easily through respiratory droplets from infected individuals. Typically, a person becomes contagious one day before symptoms appear and can remain so for up

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How Accurate Are Rapid COVID Tests?

With results within 30 minutes, rapid tests are valuable tools in detecting COVID-19. However, before taking one, you should consider their limitations, specifically regarding accuracy. What are rapid antigen tests for COVID-19? Rapid antigen tests for COVID-19, also known as rapid tests, are diagnostic tests that provide quick results within

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What Are Covid-19 Long Haulers

What Are COVID-19 Long Haulers

Did you get sick with COVID-19 and not entirely heal within a couple of weeks? You may be a long hauler. So, what are COVID-19 long haulers? Coronavirus affects some people much like a common cold or flu, with symptoms lasting up to several days. While others suffer from long

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Is Sneezing a Symptom of COVID-19?

While fever, cough, and shortness of breath have been widely recognized as common signs of COVID-19, what about sneezing? Is it a symptom? No, sneezing isn’t currently recognized as a symptom or an active indicator of COVID-19. While sneezing is a common symptom of other respiratory illnesses such as the

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What Is A Rapid Antigen Test?

True to its name, rapid antigen tests provide a quick and efficient means of detecting COVID-19. With results available within 30 minutes, these tests offer a convenient and accessible solution if you want to know your infection status. In this article, we’ll look into the intricacies of rapid antigen testing,

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COVID-19 Travel Information

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected global travel with ever-changing restrictions and guidelines. Here’s all you need to know regarding COVID-19 travel for Canadian citizens. Domestic travel during COVID-19 For safe domestic travel, follow the guidelines provided by health authorities and government agencies. These guidelines may vary depending on the

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Small can with urinalysis and stethoscope on paper with medical notes

How Much Do You Need For A UTI Treatment?

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern with different treatment options. Each step, from diagnosis to medication, and sometimes more advanced interventions, incur certain costs. Overview of the prevalence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) UTIs are among the most frequent clinical bacterial infections, especially in women, with about

Read More »
Woman making urine test with ph material in laboratory

Guidance for Accurate UTI Test Results

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern that affects millions of people each year, especially women. If you can have it detected early, you can have it treated sooner. This comprehensive guide can help you recognize the symptoms of UTI signs, understand how UTI tests work, evaluate their

Read More »
Closeup shot of thumbs up hand in gloves with urinalysis cup background

Urinalysis (Urine Test): A Detailed Guide

Urinalysis, a common and crucial laboratory test, involves the analysis of urine. It serves as a key diagnostic tool that helps in the detection, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of disorders, from urinary tract infections (UTIs) to kidney disease and diabetes. This detailed guide provides an in-depth look

Read More »
Elderly asian woman having pain in her bladder while sitting on sofa at home

The Growing Risk of UTIs with Older Adults

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) pose a significant health concern for older adults, a demographic increasingly at risk due to various physiological, lifestyle and healthcare factors. This comprehensive article looks into these topics: Reasons behind the increased incidence of UTIs in older adults Causes and symptoms Heightened risk among dementia patients

Read More »

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