BCIA Continuing Education Posts

When the body experiences chronic low-grade inflammation, the effects extend far beyond localized tissues because inflammatory cytokines, meaning immune signaling proteins, instruct the brain and autonomic nervous system to shift their operational states. The result is widespread systemic distress that crosses traditional diagnostic boundaries.

Acetaminophen excels at treating mild to moderate pain when inflammation isn't a major factor.

Women’s faster heart rates are linked to higher expression of genes controlling the sinoatrial node, the heart’s natural pacemaker.