Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH

A pincer toenail, also known as a trumpet nail or an in-curved nail, is a painful ingrown toenail that occurs when the nail plate curves in. The sides of the nail curve in, pinching the surrounding skin. A pincer toenail […]

Lung cancer causes cancer cells to develop a tumor in the lungs’ tissues. Lung cancer occurs in stages, and stage 3 occurs when cancer cells spread into other areas of the chest. In the earlier stages, lung cancer may not

Mycosis nail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a fungal infection of the nail unit. It is more common in the toenails because fungi thrive in warm, moist environments like your shoes. You may have this infection if you notice

Leukemia is a cancer that affects the blood cells and develops in blood-forming tissues like the bone marrow. Leukemia occurs when the bone marrow produces abnormal cells that grow and spread uncontrollably, crowding out the healthy cells and keeping them

Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is the virus that causes chickenpox and shingles. It is a member of the herpes virus group. VZV is very contagious and causes a red, itchy rash. It also leads to blisters that crust over within a few

Have you ever heard people refer to themselves as “left-brained” or “right-brained?” It’s a common belief that people with a left brain are more analytical and logical, while people who favor their right brain tend to be more creative and

Bile duct cancer, also known as cholangiocarcinoma, refers to a group of cancers that develop in the bile ducts. Bile duct cancer is rare in the United States, with about 8,000 people diagnosed each year.  Bile ducts are thin tubes

Symptoms of Anaphylaxis vs. Allergic Reaction Signs of an Allergic Reaction Signs of Anaphylaxis Itching Itching Hives  Hives  Rash Rash Abdominal pain Abdominal pain Nasal congestion Shortness of breath  Watery eyes  Cough Nausea  Wheezing  Diarrhea  Vomiting  Difficulty swallowing  Dizziness Lightheadedness 

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction. It is a severe, whole-body reaction that requires immediate medical attention. Anaphylaxis can occur when a person’s immune system is hypersensitive to a substance like bee venom or a certain food like peanuts.  While

Neurodivergent is a nonmedical term for people who think, feel, or behave differently than what is considered typical or normal. People who identify as neurodivergent have brains that develop or process information differently than others. They may have a different