Health and Wellness

Various health-related articles covering topics such as heart attack risk during stress, irreversible decisions in traumatic brain injuries, debunking myths about lupus, dangers of swallowing gum, autoimmune diseases, defying age through lifestyle practices, spinal cord stimulation for paralyzed individuals, cancer-causing chemicals in the air, and personal stories of melanoma patients.

Study on Autoimmune Diseases and Vivid Nightmares

A new study suggests a link between autoimmune diseases and vivid nightmares and hallucinations, particularly in patients with lupus. Sleep disruptions were noticed before hallucinations began, emphasizing the importance of discussing mental health symptoms in relation to these diseases.

Lupus Myths and Facts

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects 1.5 million Americans with symptoms like fatigue, pain, swelling, rashes, and hair loss. There are many myths surrounding lupus that need to be dispelled to increase understanding of the disease.