Combining two words–cardio and pulmonary–into one, cardiopulmonary refers to a range of diseases and conditions that affect the heart (cardio) and lungs (pulmonary). These diseases are serious; not mild complications that are easily treatable. At United Energy Workers Healthcare, our experienced team can help you to understand our home healthcare…
There are a number of autoimmune diseases that affect people throughout the world – one of them is lupus. There are several types of lupus, some of which can be very serious and life-threatening. Throughout the course of this article, we will discuss the different types of lupus, signs and…
Cushing’s disease is a rare condition that has an effect on almost all of the tissue within an affected person’s body. Primarily found in women and affecting those between ages 20 and 40, getting a proper diagnosis for Cushing’s disease and exploring treatment options as soon as possible is important….
Anyone who has ever suffered from vertigo can tell you how uncomfortable and disorienting the experience can be. When a person has Meniere’s disease, vertigo is one of the primary side effects. The condition can be uncomfortable to the point of feeling disabling and may affect a person long-term of…
One of the most devastating diseases is that of ALS, which stands for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and is often referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease (named as such for the baseball player who was diagnosed with the condition). Because ALS can be so debilitating, home healthcare services may be required…
Fatty liver disease, also called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is a condition where too much fat is stored in the liver cells. Home healthcare services may be available for those who are suffering from fatty liver disease. Please read on to learn more about the condition, and contact United…
One condition that may result in the patient requiring home healthcare services is that of Legionnaires’ disease. Not only can this disease lead to short-complications, ranging from headache to a cough and more, but it can also cause long-term complications, such as septic shock and kidney failure. Consider the following…
For those who suffer from Addison’s disease, getting a correct diagnosis, treatment, and then living with the condition can be very challenging. Indeed, symptoms can sometimes be very limiting, and healthcare treatment is required for Addison’s disease for life. If you have been diagnosed with Addison’s disease and require home…
Most parents are familiar with hand-foot-and-mouth disease, or HFMD for short, because the disease commonly affects young children, and therefore is something that pediatricians usually discuss with their patients’ parents. While rare, the disease can sometimes occur in older children and adults. If you or a loved one is suffering…
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2017). In fact, heart disease is responsible for about one in every four deaths in our country. Coronary artery disease is the most common type…
