What is Autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that causes issues with communication and social skills. An autistic person may have intellectual disabilities, motor and coordination issues, and physical health issues. ASD is a spectrum disorder, meaning its effects dif...

Have you ever had any doubts or realized that you forgot to mention anything to your doctor after your appointment with him? This happens to most of us. If not at all times, for the most part, we are tense during the visit. However, the anxiety doesn’t help us remember the things we wanted to […]...

According to the United States Census Bureau, about 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 each day ⁠— all of whom are now eligible to join the 56.5 million Americans enrolled in the national health insurance program. However, making the switch from private, employer-provided health insurance to Medicar...

In the US, about 27% of adults aged 60 or older live alone. Hence, if you, your parents, or loved ones plan to live independently in old age, you must see that they have a safe and comfortable place to stay in and prepare for all the needed support required in emergencies. Here are some […]

Telehealth is a type of health service that uses technologies like video calling to consult a doctor or a health care provider from home rather than at a medical facility. We often use two terms, telehealth, and telemedicine interchangeably. But these two terms refer to different types of online ...

Nutrition needs vary with age. Seniors need less energy compared to younger people due to a reduction in body mass and metabolic rate. Plus, health complications can cause very specific dietary requirements. For example, an article here on myOnsite HealthCare mentions that having diabetes will me...

Increasing Access to Clinical Trials and Vaccines, It has always been a common scenario. That whenever there is a change there is inertia, resistance and chaos at the beginning. The same pattern holds when there is a disaster, calamity or a crisis. The pandemic is one good example. However, follo...

Clinical trials refer to the research studies that investigate new treatments for diseases or new combinations of treatments. They help to achieve progress in research, improved treatment options, and better outcomes for patients. Many people participate in the clinical trial for two main reasons...

As people age, they become more susceptible to diseases and disabilities. And so at the onset of the pandemic, it isn’t surprising that experts were quick to highlight how the elderly were the most vulnerable to severe illness from contracting COVID-19. Above all, it’s important to note that se...

Kidneys play an important role in a person’s overall well-being as they are responsible for filtering impurities, waste products, and excess water out of the blood. Kidney diseases can occur due to high blood pressure, diabetes, and a host of other chronic illnesses and fails to perform their req...