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We lead busy lives—we work, spend time with our children or grandchildren, exercise, and even squeeze in date nights with our partners. There are only 24 hours in a day, and sometimes it’s hard to fit in regular health screenings. However, those appointments could catch gynecologic cancers early on—when it’s most treatable. There are five types of gynecological cancers: cervical, uterine, ovarian, vaginal and vulvar. Risk factors for these cancers include contracting HPV, being 60 or older, family histo...
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Black and orange may not be the only colors you associate with October. Chances are you’ll also see friends, family and co-workers donning pink ribbons for breast cancer awareness this month. Though we usually associate pink with women, it’s important to know that breast cancer affects people of all genders. In America, 264,000 women and 2,400 men are diagnosed with breast cancer annually. To make sure you “think pink,” here are three ways to take care of yourself. Know the Risks Those at higher risk in...
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Don’t let misinformation make waves. Knowing the facts about breast health can help keep you afloat in a sea of information. Myth: Only women have to worry about breast cancer. Fact: Though breast cancer is less common in men, it is more likely to be fatal. The CDC reported 2,300 new cases of male breast cancer in 2017. Myth: You can find all lumps with a self-exam. Fact: Breast cancer doesn’t always cause lumps, and if bumps do develop, it could mean cancer has spread to your lymph nodes. While y...
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As a new mother, it can be hard to find your footing. According to the Pew Research Center, 45 percent of moms with kids younger than 6 years say parenting is tiring all or most of the time. How can you make the adjustment easier? You took breastfeeding and prenatal classes, read every book you could get your hands on, and soaked up all the advice you could get from friends and family. However, all of that pales in comparison to the reality of caring for a newborn. How can you handle this new world of m...
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After nearly two years of pandemic life, many now call our shared experience “communal grief,” a collective stressor and other names. We might feel isolated, be out of work, battling long COVID-19, grieving those we’ve lost or reminiscing about what “normal” used to feel like. Perhaps you don’t even realize where feelings of sadness, anxiety, worry or sleeplessness might be coming from. If that describes your current situation, know that you’re not alone. Signs of Distress A Kaiser Family Foundation pol...
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According to the American Urological Association, more than 15 million Americans experience urinary incontinence, a condition characterized by the inability to control urine. One study estimates it could affect as much as 36% percent of the nation. Most common in people age 50 and older, urinary incontinence may be caused by a variety of factors, including: Muscle weakness in the pelvis Overactive bladder syndrome Urinary tract infection (UTI) There are five different categories of incontinence: Functio...
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Learning more about language and social development during a baby’s first year can help new parents better decipher their baby’s cries and other social cues. During your baby’s first year, you’ll notice rapid changes in social and emotional development. Here are some milestones you might notice. Birth to 3 Months: When you first bring your newborn baby home from the hospital, she will cry to communicate hunger, fatigue, pain or a wet diaper, but your baby may also cry when she wants to be held, is overt...
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The average person sheds between 50 and 100 hairs a day. However, noticeable hair loss is not something only men battle. According to the Cleveland Clinic, 50% of women suffer from significant hair loss in their lifetimes. Causes Hair loss is often associated with: chemotherapy patients dieting, considerable weight loss or vitamin deficiency medications menopause or hormone imbalance those who recently gave birth stress, whether physical or emotional women older than 40 women who frequently use tight ha...
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If you’ve ever walked into a room and can’t remember why, or can’t recall the name of the actor in the movie you just watched, you’re not alone. You may have heard you can stave off cognitive decline through social connections, getting plenty of exercise and maintaining healthy sleep habits, but you might not know your diet also can impact your brain. While processed, high-sugar and fried foods have been linked to conditions such as memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s and brain fog, these four foods can ...
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Heels or flats? Skinny jeans or loose slacks? Good health or good looks? The last question doesn’t represent a choice between mutually exclusive concepts. Every day, however, people wear clothing, shoes and accessories that can cause pain and health problems, all in the name of fashion. If your wardrobe includes potentially harmful items, don’t renounce them. Simply limit how frequently you wear it and alternatives in the rotation. Remember these thoughts as you plan your outfits: Bigger isn’t better. L...
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