The ‘silent killer’ you’ve probably never heard of — about 85% of people with it are undiagnosed

The ‘silent killer’ you’ve probably never heard of — about 85% of people with it are undiagnosed

When it comes to heart health, heart attacks tend to get the spotlight. While 805,000 people die from heart attacks every year in the US, there’s a lifelong genetic disorder that could be lurking in the background, going completely undiagnosed. It’s even been dubbed a “silent killer,” taking the lives of young people who appear … Read more

Misunderstood illness causes severe fatigue in millions — though most cases go undiagnosed

Misunderstood illness causes severe fatigue in millions — though most cases go undiagnosed

Fatigue can stem from a variety of illnesses and life stressors, but when that exhaustion lasts for months — often following an infection — it may indicate a condition called chronic fatigue syndrome. Approximately 3.3 million people in the United States currently have the syndrome, with about one in four people confined to their bed at … Read more

Exclusive | Your child’s ADHD could actually just be an undiagnosed vision issue — how to find out

Exclusive | Your child’s ADHD could actually just be an undiagnosed vision issue — how to find out

Are we seeing the signs and symptoms of ADHD clearly? A 2024 report from the CDC revealed a staggering uptick in ADHD diagnoses among American children. But many of these young patients could actually be suffering from an undiagnosed problem that can be detected with a more thorough vision test, board-certified optometrist Bryce Appelbaum, O.D., FCOVD tells … Read more

1 in 4 US adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD: ‘Their parents didn’t believe’

1 in 4 US adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD: ‘Their parents didn’t believe’

One in four US adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, a new study finds, but only 13% have shared their concerns with a doctor. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a developmental disorder characterized by inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. An estimated 4.4% of adults 18 to 44 have ADHD, according to The Ohio State University researchers who … Read more