Inflammatory
Finding Balance: 3 Psoriasis Management Tips that Can Also Cause Irritation
Author: Michaela Wachal, Clinical Pharmacist When it comes to managing psoriasis, it’s important to find a balance of what works for your body. Each diagnosis is unique. People with psoriasis should work with dermatologists, primary care physicians, pharmacists and their entire healthcare team to manage psoriasis. If you’ve been diagnosed with this chronic condition, find…
Read More6 Gardening Tips for People with a Chronic Condition
Author: Amy Adams, Clinical Pharmacist Bright, colorful flowers can really light up a room and boost your mood, and nothing tastes quite like homegrown vegetables. Gardening is an excellent hobby with lifelong health and wellness benefits, especially for people living with chronic health conditions. Keep reading to find out more about the benefits and learn…
Read MoreThe Importance of Medication Management to Achieve Crohn’s Disease Remission
Author: Amy Adams, Clinical Pharmacist Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects the gastrointestinal tract. The right medication therapy helps many people achieve and maintain Crohn’s disease remission. Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions (HPS) emphasizes the importance of medication management to achieve Crohn’s disease remission to our patients and to anyone living with Crohn’s disease.…
Read MoreWhen Psoriasis Becomes Psoriatic Arthritis: What You Need to Know
Author: Abby Cate, Pharmacy Manager at HPS Des Moines Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) occurs in nearly 1 million people across the U.S. This progressive disease affects your body both inside and out, causing joint pain and skin rashes. It’s important to understand PsA, especially if you’ve been diagnosed with psoriasis. When psoriasis becomes psoriatic arthritis, here’s…
Read MoreRaising Awareness of Juvenile Arthritis
Author: Michaela Wachal, Clinical Pharmacist Many people don’t realize arthritis affects people of all ages, not just adults. July is National Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. This month is a time to raise awareness and education about juvenile arthritis. Over 300,000 kids in the U.S. are living with juvenile arthritis, according to the Arthritis National Research…
Read MoreSummer Recipes to Help Avoid Crohn’s Flare-Ups
Author: Megan Hall, Registered Dietitian People with Crohn’s disease often have to pay close attention to the foods they eat. Dietary restrictions can be frustrating, but you can mix up your meals and enjoy your favorite summer flavors without triggering a Crohn’s flare-up. Here are some summer recipes that are easy to make and easy…
Read MoreManaging Summer Psoriasis
Author: Amy Adams Living with psoriasis can be tricky during the summertime. Many popular summer activities can either help improve your psoriasis or make plaques worse. Some people with psoriasis feel extra pressure to keep their skin clear during the warm months when tank tops, shorts and other more revealing clothes are popular. Keep reading to…
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