The Compounding Center

05/01/2019

14 Things to Know Before Getting Tested for an STI

Did you know?

Knowing when, where, how, and why you should get tested for an STI can help you live a happy and healthy sexually active life.

04/30/2019

CBD oil Seminar

Got questions about CBD oil?

On May 9, you'll get a chance to learn more about CBD oil, what it is, and how it works from an expert!

Get your tickets before they run out!

Free Community Seminar : CBD Oil Come learn about the latest trend in healthcare and get all your questions answered. Is it safe? Does it work? Can I give it to my pets? How do I use it? Join us Thursday May 9th at 6:30pm Lets talk about CBD and its possible health benefits with special guest T.W. T...

04/30/2019

We're celebrating Cinco de Mayo and the whole enchilada/store is on sale! Save 25% on medical supplies, compression socks and vitamins all day Friday and Saturday!

04/29/2019

Peanut allergy treatment may trigger dangerous reaction at home, study finds

What's the truth about peanut allergy treatments?

Oral immunotherapy was associated with higher risk of serious adverse events and allergic reactions such as vomiting and swelling.

04/26/2019

CBD oil Seminar

Have you tried CBD oil? Are you thinking about it?

On May 9, you'll get a chance to learn more about CBD oil, what it is, and how it works from an expert!

Get your tickets before they run out!

Free Community Seminar : CBD Oil Come learn about the latest trend in healthcare and get all your questions answered. Is it safe? Does it work? Can I give it to my pets? How do I use it? Join us Thursday May 9th at 6:30pm Lets talk about CBD and its possible health benefits with special guest T.W. T...

04/25/2019

Study raises new concerns over how energy drinks might affect veterans with PTSD

Energy drinks aren't necessarily a great choice of beverage, especially for certain groups of people.

A new study found that veterans who regularly drank energy drinks — often used to stay alert during deployment — reported higher levels of mental health problems.

04/24/2019

Here’s Why Kids Need Regular Blood Pressure Screenings Too

The parents of a household aren't the only ones who should be having their blood pressure checked regularly.

Updated guidelines that classified more children with elevated blood pressure are better at predicting which children may develop heart disease as adults, a new study finds.

04/23/2019

CBD oil Seminar

Got questions about CBD oil? We've got answers.

Join us on May 9 for a seminar and Q&A session with a CBD oil expert.

Get your tickets now. They won't last!

Free Community Seminar : CBD Oil Come learn about the latest trend in healthcare and get all your questions answered. Is it safe? Does it work? Can I give it to my pets? How do I use it? Join us Thursday May 9th at 6:30pm Lets talk about CBD and its possible health benefits with special guest T.W. T...

04/19/2019

Suffering from ED, high blood pressure, low endurance during exercise, or a combination of all 3?

Perhaps your nitric oxide levels could use a boost!

Nitric oxide helps open and relax your blood vessels for a healthier cardiovascular system.

Call The Compounding Center at 703-779-3317 for more information.

04/19/2019

Scientists 'print' 3D heart using patient's tissue

Wow!

Researchers have created an anatomically correct heart replete with blood vessels and cells. Medical science inches closer to creating a human organ.

04/17/2019

Diabetes drug may prevent, slow kidney disease, study finds

A popular diabetes drug may also offer protection for your kidneys.

Invokana, a drug that’s used to help control blood sugar in people with diabetes, may also help thousands of people who require dialysis.

04/16/2019

Study Found Cannabis Users Needed 200% More Sedation

Using cannabis regularly could affect how much anesthesia you need for surgery.

People who use cannabis regularly may need up to two times more sedation if they undergo a medical procedure, a new study claims. Users were defined as those who self-reported using cannabis — by smoking or ingesting edibles — on a daily or weekly basis.

04/11/2019

New treatment could offer hope to pancreatic cancer patients

Pancreatic cancer is notoriously fatal, but new developments are seeking to change that.

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest, with most tumors detected too late. Now a team at the Mayo Clinic has developed a novel way to attack tumors once thought inoperable that could extend patients’ lives.

04/09/2019

Prenatal Testing Can Ease Minds Or Heighten Anxieties

For many soon-to-be parents, deciding whether or not to undergo prenatal testing isn't a black-and-white issue.

A variety of genetic tests are available to screen both fetus and parents. One option that's growing in popularity is called an expanded carrier screening. The results can be useful and overwhelming.

04/08/2019

Dozens have fallen ill during a five-state E. coli outbreak, and nobody knows where it’s coming from

Some Virginians might be battling an E. coli infection, but we don't yet know where it came from.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has yet to pinpoint the source to a specific food item, grocery store or restaurant chain.

04/04/2019

Vitamins, Minerals, Herbals, Supplements: What’s the Real Difference?

Need help understanding the difference between supplements, vitamins, and minerals? Here's an easy-to-understand explanation.

What's the difference between vitamins, minerals, herbals, and supplements? Read on for examples of each, plus info on where to find safe supplements.

04/02/2019

U.S. performs world’s first organ transplants from living donors who have HIV

Groundbreaking news!

This is the world’s first kidney transplant from a living donor with HIV, a milestone for patients with the AIDS virus who need a new organ.

04/01/2019

The Many Health Benefits of Oxytocin

Know oxytocin as the love, lactation, and pregnancy hormone? That's not all it's good for!

Oxytocin is not just the love hormone or the attachment hormone. There are many oxytocin benefits related to health and wellness.

03/28/2019

FDA approves first postpartum depression drug

Recently, the FDA approved the first drug designed to treat postpartum depression.

The US Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday it has approved the first medication specifically targeted to treat postpartum depression in women. The treatment is administered as a single 60-hour IV drip, and could offer new hope to moms.

03/27/2019

CDC warns deaths soaring from third wave of opioid epidemic

The opioid epidemic remains ongoing...

A new CDC analysis shows deaths are soaring from the third wave of the crisis—involving the powerful synthetic painkiller drug fentanyl. African Americans in big cities like Baltimore are now suffering the most dramatic spike in overdoses.

03/27/2019

Some exciting things are happening at Madison House today. We’re happy to be a part of their Health Fair!

03/26/2019

Are Bluetooth Headphones Dangerous? What The Experts Think

What's the deal with bluetooth headphones?

News regarding an appeal written to the WHO in 2015 picked up last week, noting the potential health risks associated with exposure to the radiation emitted from Bluetooth and wireless devices. Although some suspect chronic use of Bluetooth and wireless headphones could cause cancer, it’s still to...

03/21/2019

Getting Into Shape After Age 40: The Best Ways to Do It

Is it harder than ever for you to drop the pounds? See if any of these suggestions might work for you.

Experts say start slowly to ease into a regular routine that will help your body and your mind.

03/19/2019

How Its Made Compression Hosiery

One of our employees came across this link - How compression socks are made. We were captivated! Thanks, Sigvaris Group USA for showing all of us what you do to keep our legs healthy!!

https://youtu.be/BorrLEZ9LIw

03/19/2019

Could Irish soil help combat drug-resistant superbugs?

Is the luck of the Irish rubbing off on the medical community?

Two million Americans are infected each year by superbugs — dangerous, antibiotic-resistant germs. NBC’s Dr. John Torres travels to Northern Ireland, where the soil has long been thought of as a folk cure for illness. Now scientists are finding new bacteria there that they hope will someday be a...

03/18/2019

Natural Progesterone Cream for Treating Endometriosis

For many women, searching for relief from endometriosis pain can be a huge challenge.

Learn how natural progesterone cream could be helpful for some women.

Searching for a remedy for endometriosis pain? Read on to learn more about natural progesterone cream for endometriosis relief.

03/14/2019

Binge-Watching TV May Be Dulling Your Brain

Uh oh. Maybe we should slow down on our Game of Thrones binge...?

Regularly watching more than 3 and a half hours of TV at a time can lead to cognitive decline in language and memory as we age.

03/13/2019

JOBST USA

Did you know? Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT is when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg, thigh, and or pelvis.

Here are some tips to keep your DVT risk low:
1. Wear compression as directed by your doctor
2. Exercise regularly
3. Wear comfortable loose clothing
4. Maintain a healthy diet

Source: https://www.stoptheclot.org/learn_more/prevention_of_thrombosis/

03/12/2019

A study shows promising potential for a new way to treat sickle cell disease: https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/experimental-gene-therapy-treatment-gives-new-hope-to-patients-with-sickle-cell-disease-1455447619562

03/11/2019

Why daylight saving time can be bad for your health

About that hour we lost...

For daylight saving time, clocks "spring forward" an hour. This small time shift can raise the risk of health-related issues in a big way.

03/07/2019

Eli Lilly to offer half-price insulin for people with type 1 diabetes

Insulin becoming too pricey to afford? There may be a less expensive alternative soon. https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/eli-lilly-offer-half-price-insulin-people-type-1-diabetes-n978981

Version of Humalog, to be sold only in the U.S. as Insulin Lispro, would cost $137.35 per vial.

03/05/2019

A good reminder for those upcoming travel/vacation plans!

Did you know? A traveler not wearing graduated compression stockings is 12.5 times more likely to develop deep vein thrombosis (DVT)*. Wearing graduated compression stockings appear to be effective in reducing the risk of DVT. Ask your doctor about what compression stocking is right for you.

*Hsich, H. Journal of Advanced Nursing / Wizard Communications Aviation Health 51:83-98, June 2000.

03/05/2019

More women diagnosed with deadly lymphoma linked to breast implants

Textured breast implants could be linked to the development of breast cancer. https://www.nbcnews.com/health/womens-health/fda-reports-new-cases-cancer-linked-textured-breast-implants-n968626

Hundreds of women have been diagnosed with anaplastic large cell lymphoma, a cancer caused by a type of breast implants.

03/04/2019

Do you know a woman living with endometriosis? Chances are, you do.

March marks the beginning of Endometriosis Awareness Month. Estimates show that more than 175 MILLION women worldwide are affected by this condition.

This month, join us in raising awareness about this condition.

What questions do you have about endometriosis?

02/28/2019

An at-home stool test may be as effective as colonoscopy, study finds

Does an at-home stool test sound better than a colonoscopy to you?

The stool test is cheaper and less invasive, experts say.

02/27/2019

Vitamins, Minerals, Herbals, Supplements: What’s the Real Difference?

Let us help you figure out the difference between all the different supplements!

What's the difference between vitamins, minerals, herbals, and supplements? Read on for examples of each, plus info on where to find safe supplements.

02/25/2019

How Sleep Strengthens Your Immune System

That good night's sleep is more important than ever.

Researchers say adequate sleep helps T cells in your body fight off infections.

02/21/2019

TV Drug Ads Will Soon Include Prices: Will It Help Consumers?

Soon, you'll notice something different about drug commercials. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/how-will-listing-prices-on-television-drug-commercials-impact-consumers

Johnson & Johnson will start to include prices in its ads for the blood thinner Xarelto. Will that have an impact?

02/20/2019

Now that we’ve made it in, we’re wondering how we’re gonna make it back home. 😆

We plan on closing at 12:30 today before the ice and sleet starts so our staff can make it home safely.

02/19/2019

Vitamins, Minerals, Herbals, Supplements: What’s the Real Difference?

Super-confused by supplements? Learn the difference between vitamins, minerals, and herbals.

What's the difference between vitamins, minerals, herbals, and supplements? Read on for examples of each, plus info on where to find safe supplements.

02/18/2019

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02/14/2019

Here's What to Know About the Flu Season Right Now

Wondering how this flu season's been going? Here's an update. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/heres-how-bad-the-flu-season-is-right-now

Flu activity rose significantly over the last week, with nearly every state in the union now reporting widespread activity. The Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention expects influenza activity to remain elevated for the next several weeks.

02/12/2019

Giving Medicine To Young Children? Getting The Dose Right Is Tricky

When it comes to children, be careful with dosing medications. https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2019/02/11/690483391/giving-medicine-to-young-children-getting-the-dose-right-is-tricky

In a recent survey, 1 in 5 parents thought that using a household spoon was OK for measuring their child's medicine. It's not. Here's how to help little kids without overdosing them.

02/11/2019

CBD and THC: What Are the Most Important Differences?

CBD oil is all the rage, but CBD isn't the same as the THC you might initially think of.

Here are the major differences:

What are the most important differences between CBD and THC? Find out in this informative article from The Compounding Center.

02/07/2019

New blood pressure guidelines means more Americans at risk for heart disease

February is American Heart Month.

Here's a startling article about how many Americans are affected by heart disease. https://www.nbcnews.com/health/heart-health/nearly-half-americans-have-heart-or-blood-vessel-disease-new-n965421

The increase is driven largely by changes in blood pressure guidelines, but experts say there's a deeper public health message.