S. Nicole Lane
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Diabetes Distress: How to Cope During th...
S. Nicole Lane · October 23, 2020
Managing diabetes distress begins with understanding your symptoms, then taking charge of your health.
Health FeaturesHow to Be a Chronic Illness Ally
S. Nicole Lane · September 10, 2020
MedTruth talked to five folks living with various chronic illnesses and asked them what makes a good chronic illness ally.
Health FeaturesLow Libido? Your Prescription Medication...
S. Nicole Lane · August 26, 2020
Antidepressants, mood stabilizers, diuretics and antihistamines can affect sexual activity.
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Diabetes Distress: How to Cope During th...
S. Nicole Lane · October 23, 2020
Managing diabetes distress begins with understanding your symptoms, then taking charge of your health.
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How to Be a Chronic Illness Ally
S. Nicole Lane · September 10, 2020
MedTruth talked to five folks living with various chronic illnesses and asked them what makes a good chronic illness ally.
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Low Libido? Your Prescription Medication...
S. Nicole Lane · August 26, 2020
Antidepressants, mood stabilizers, diuretics and antihistamines can affect sexual activity.
Patient Stories
What Does Aquatic Accessibility Look Like?
S. Nicole Lane · August 6, 2020
Since 2010, the Americans with Disabilities Act has required all public pools, wading pools and spas to become accessible to all people, no matter their ability.
Health FeaturesCOVID-19 and Vitamin D: What Does the Research Say?
S. Nicole Lane · June 23, 2020
Recent research found that vitamin D deficiency may be linked to an increased number of COVID-19 cases and deaths.
Health FeaturesHerogard Donates Thousands of Masks to Food Banks As NYC Reopens
S. Nicole Lane · June 22, 2020
Herogard, an FDA-approved face mask company, donates three face masks to essential food workers in marginalized communities to support a safe re-opening and combat food system insecurity.
Health FeaturesCOVID Isolation Poses Intense Challenges for People With Addictions
S. Nicole Lane · May 19, 2020
Social isolation can contribute to an increased risk for people struggling with current or previous substance use disorders.
Patient StoriesHow to Make an Effective DIY Face Mask
S. Nicole Lane · April 28, 2020
The CDC has recommended that all people should be wearing cloth face coverings in public to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Here's how to make your own DIY face mask, plus tips on how to safely wear a mask.
Health FeaturesPatient Stories: Taking Immunosuppressants During the Coronavirus Pandemic
S. Nicole Lane · March 30, 2020
The public, by now, knows that the elderly and those with serious health issues such as cancer, diabetes, lung disease and heart disease are high risk, but people taking immunosuppressant drugs fall into the high-risk category as well.
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Can Chronic Pain Be Relieved by Releasing Difficult Emotions?
S. Nicole Lane · February 27, 2020
Nicole Sachs believes chronic illness can be born inside of the body from unresolved trauma. Here are two stories sharing experiences with Sachs' approach to healing chronic pain.
Patient StoriesWeight Loss Drug Belviq Withdrawn Over Cancer Concerns
S. Nicole Lane · February 24, 2020
The FDA requested a manufacturer recall of the weight-loss drug Belviq (lorcaserin hydrochloride) after studies showed an increased risk of cancer.
FDA RegulationFriday Film: Netflix's 'Broken' Mini-Series Exposes Product Dangers and Deceit
S. Nicole Lane · February 21, 2020
The Netflix mini-docuseries “Broken” details the harmful and fraudulent ways in which manufacturers create cheap products at the public’s expense, including counterfeit makeup and low-quality furniture.
Health Features6 Chemicals in Sunscreen Absorbed by Your Body
S. Nicole Lane · February 10, 2020
Sunscreen is an essential protectant against skin cancer, but it may contain harmful chemicals that do not meet safety regulations.
Research + FindingsWhat’s in Your Supplements? Dangerous Ingredients to Look Out For
S. Nicole Lane · January 31, 2020
Dietary supplements may contain harmful hidden pharmaceutical ingredients. Watch out for these 15 toxic ingredients that can cause organ damage, cancer, cardiac arrest and various other ailments.
Health FeaturesEarly Cataracts and LASIK: Seeing the Link
S. Nicole Lane · January 22, 2020
Recent reports from young people who underwent LASIK and suffered cataracts in the years that followed have incited medical curiosity surrounding the link between the sight-improving surgery and the life-altering medical condition.
Patient StoriesHow Florida's Baker Act Impacts Suicide
S. Nicole Lane · January 16, 2020
The Baker Act allows for certain at-risk patients to be held involuntarily for up to 72 hours in a mental health facility. Though this law is meant to protect patients, many say resources provided to patients were inadequate upon leaving the facility.
Laws + CongressStories of Miscarriage: The Untold Truth
S. Nicole Lane · January 8, 2020
More than half of people believe that miscarriage is uncommon. This is a misconception, as 10-20% of all pregnancies end in loss. Read the stories of people who lived it.
Health FeaturesRobotic Hernia Surgeries Cost More, But Are They Better?
S. Nicole Lane · December 11, 2019
Free hernia screenings may be used as an opportunity to show patients the da Vinci surgical robot, but concerns about the benefits and safety of robotic surgery remain.
Health FeaturesBreast Cancer Awareness Month 2019 Explores All Reconstruction Options
S. Nicole Lane · October 16, 2019
This October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, MedTruth recognizes the AiRS Foundation, which supports cancer survivors by providing information and financial aid to those considering reconstruction. It's important to note that reconstruction isn't the only option. Some women are taking social media by storm, advising women to "choose flat."
Health FeaturesMenopause: The Transition, the Truth and Why It Matters
S. Nicole Lane · October 7, 2019
While menopause typically occurs somewhere around age 51 in people with a cervix, many women experience the impacts of it before it happens and for years after. This October, the International Menopause Society in collaboration with the World Health Organization calls us to reflect on an important life transition that many refuse to speak openly about.
Women's HealthCan 'Female Viagra' Treat Low Libido?
S. Nicole Lane · August 27, 2019
In 2010, a drug termed the "female Viagra" and marketed by the name "Addyi" was rejected by the FDA. Five years later, the administration approved it, despite unpromising pre-market trials and studies; However, low libido in females may require far more than a pill to fix.
Health FeaturesFriday Film: Breast Men, the Fate of an Industry Foreshadowed
S. Nicole Lane · August 23, 2019
Some thirty years after the first breast implant procedures, HBO set out to produce the film, "Breast Men." Though the piece does reflect the legal conflicts and health battles that breast implants would go on to create, its crude telling of such a sensitive topic struggles to withstand the test of time.
Health FeaturesIs Suicide an Adverse Effect of LASIK Surgery?
S. Nicole Lane · August 20, 2019
Sudden and tragic deaths following a popular eye procedure may indicate that suicidality is an adverse effect of LASIK surgery. Many doctors now believe that the procedure may cause neurological issues that lead to suicidal ideation. Patients experiencing complications feel they were not properly warned.
Health FeaturesCobalt Toxicity: The Poison in Her Hip Replacement
S. Nicole Lane · June 28, 2019
Frances was 39 when she had cobalt alloy hips implanted. Within weeks, her skin broke out in boils. Within months, she faced effects ranging from memory loss and visual disturbances to severe tinnitus and PTSD-like rage/anxiety attacks. The effects of cobalt toxicity on the brain are evident.
Patient StoriesAfter the Bleeding Edge, Are Women Still Being Implanted with Essure?
S. Nicole Lane · February 26, 2019
Though Essure permanent birth control is no longer sold in the U.S. after 2019, women may still receive an implant from doctors who have the device in their inventory.
Women's HealthEffects of Sexual Assault Are Source of Severe Health Problems
S. Nicole Lane · March 7, 2019
Effects of sexual assault in survivors of harassment and rape include PTSD, depression, high blood pressure, anxiety, kidney disease, aneurysms, and diabetes, among other illnesses. When gone unaddressed, these effects may worsen with time - affecting intimacy and quality of life.
Women's HealthBirth Control Risks: Childhood Leukemia
S. Nicole Lane · March 7, 2019
A recent Danish study found that oral contraceptives, when taken under six months before conception or even during pregnancy, can be linked to an increased risk of childhood leukemia. These findings set a precedent for future studies on birth control risks.
Women's HealthHeavy Metals in Hemp Call for Greater Safety Standards
S. Nicole Lane · February 25, 2019
The 2018 Farm Bill will remove hemp from the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which means that hemp will be an agricultural commodity.
NewsDebunking the 7 Most Common Colorectal Cancer Myths
S. Nicole Lane · March 31, 2019
Colorectal cancer, the second most common cancer killer in the United States, is widely misunderstood. This Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we're debunking the biggest myths surrounding the condition.
Health Features3 Alternative Ways to Recover from Opioid Addiction
S. Nicole Lane · April 10, 2019
Acupuncture, meditation and cognitive behavioral therapy are three recommended alternative methods for individuals recovering from opioid addiction.
Health FeaturesHow the Confirmation of Kavanaugh Could Affect Women's Health
S. Nicole Lane · October 4, 2018
The result is essential to the future of women’s health in the United States. If confirmed, Kavanaugh would be responsible for the lives of women all over the country.
NewsHow Hernia Mesh and Vaginal Mesh Can Harm Your Sex Life
S. Nicole Lane · November 23, 2018
When hernia mesh fails or vaginal mesh erodes, a person's sex life may be changed forever.
Health FeaturesEssure Still Sold to U.S. Women Through 2018, Despite Risks
S. Nicole Lane · September 13, 2018
Even though the device is no longer selling in other countries, Bayer, its manufacturer, will continue to offer Essure to women in the U.S.
Health FeaturesGena and Chuck Norris Raise Awareness About Dangers of MRI Dye
S. Nicole Lane · September 11, 2018
Actor Chuck Norris and his wife Gena are speaking out about the effects of gadolinium toxicity poisoning, which may be caused by contrast agents used during MRIs.
NewsA LEEP for HPV May Come with Unknown Consequences
S. Nicole Lane · November 28, 2018
Women undergoing a LEEP for HPV have been encountering a number of issues, including depression and discomfort.
Women's HealthSackler Family Profited Off Opioid Epidemic, Creates New Drug to Treat It
S. Nicole Lane · September 22, 2018
The Sackler family owns Purdue Pharma, the company behind Oxycontin—the leading drug of abuse. Now, they're trying to treat it.
NewsTruvada, PrEP Medication for HIV, Linked to Side Effects
S. Nicole Lane · January 15, 2019
Truvada, a popular HIV prevention medication, has been linked to issues with kidneys and bones, among other side effects.
NewsSeeing Chronic Illness: Symptoms, Stigmas and Solutions
S. Nicole Lane · June 5, 2019
Approximately 133 million people in the United States suffer from a chronic illness according to a report by the National Health Council. By 2020, that number is estimated to hit 157 million. Unfortunately, these large numbers don't mean chronic illness is largely understood or widely acknowledged.
Health FeaturesAre New Generations Unaware of Yaz Side Effects?
S. Nicole Lane · December 10, 2018
Young women taking birth control may not be informed about possible Yaz side effects, such as blood clots, heart attacks and gallbladder disease.
Women's HealthWhy We Still Aren’t Educated Enough on Ovarian Cancer
S. Nicole Lane · November 14, 2018
A recent report found that many women don’t know that much about ovarian cancer whatsoever.
Women's HealthUnderstanding Trump's New Opioid Legislation
S. Nicole Lane · November 15, 2018
Last month, Donald Trump passed the Support for Patients and Communities Act, a new opioid legislation that attempts to confront an epidemic that killed 49,000 people last year.
Laws + Congress9 Key Women's Health Signs to Watch
S. Nicole Lane · February 4, 2019
Breast changes, weight gain and bloating may all be symptoms of a greater issue. If you're experiencing any of these women's health signs, it may be time to visit a physician.
Women's HealthU.S. Ranks Last in Women's Health Report
S. Nicole Lane · January 17, 2019
A recent report compares the state of women's health in the 11 most wealthy nations. The U.S. ranked last, with women suffering from chronic disease, emotional stress and more.
Women's HealthHow to Support the Medical Device Safety Act
S. Nicole Lane · September 20, 2018
The Medical Device Safety Act allows women affected by Essure to seek legal recourse and ensures medical device manufacturers are incentivized to maintain product safety.
Laws + CongressRecognizing the Signs of Breast Implant Illness
S. Nicole Lane · April 25, 2019
Many patients with breast implant illness suffer from autoimmune symptoms, fatigue, fever, numbness and joint pain.
Women's HealthOpioid Link Has Sackler Family Donations Declined By Museums
S. Nicole Lane · May 23, 2019
The Sackler family has profited for years from their personal connections to Purdue Pharma amid the opioid crisis. Now, esteemed museums like the Met, Tate Modern, and the Guggenheim decline the Sackler Family Donations following public backlash.
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