October usually brings lower temperatures, making for a more pleasant gardening experience. Although the list of gardening chores tends to be much shorter this time of year, you still can do many things that will make things easier later. This month, it’s time put our gardens to bed for the winter and get a head […]
often hear, “Why did my rate increase? I have never filed a claim!” Let’s look at some of the reasons you may be paying more: HOW RATES ARE CALCULATED Insurance rates are determined through a complex process that accounts for various factors, which range from personal information like age, gender, marital status and occupation to […]
Photography by Kristen Knight Photography As mothers, we devote our lives to our families’ wellbeing. We juggle responsibilities, from doctor’s appointments to family meals to birthday celebrations, all in the name of ensuring our loved ones are happy and healthy. Yet, in this unending cycle of giving, we sometimes forget to prioritize our own self-care. […]
This year has flown by, and while I’m not quite ready to put up my Christmas tree, I am thinking ahead to the holidays. It happens to be one of my favorite times of the year. From the food to the festivities — not to mention the potential for some cooler weather — I love […]
By Jamie Allen When Sarah was in elementary school, her teachers described her as smart, kind and energetic. At the start of this school year, she made good grades and had several best friends. However, as the school year progressed, Sarah’s behavior subtly changed. She started being absent a lot. While at school, she was […]
When my journey with the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence started in October 2015, I was a single parent in an abusive marriage, which causing me physical harm to the point that I could not take it anymore and called 911. The officers from that call referred me to Adrienne’s House, Gulf Coast Center for […]
Women’s concerns about varicose veins can encompass a wide range of physical, emotional and practical considerations. Here are some of the factors that women with this condition often struggle with: Pain and discomfort: Varicose veins can cause physical discomfort, including aching, throbbing and a heavy feeling in the legs. Women may be concerned about managing […]
According to the National Cancer Institute, female breast cancer is the fourth-leading cause of cancer death in the United States. One in eight women will fight this formidable disease during her lifetime. Now for the good news: The National Cancer Institute also reports that when detected early, in the localized stage, the five-year survival rate […]
To the world’s chagrin, COVID-19 is back in the news. Reports of a new strain and rumors of returning mandates understandably have many of us on edge. What’s actually happening, and how concerned should we be? Nurse Practitioner Kristian Spear, Memorial Health System Clinical Director of Physician Clinics, offers some answers: What new strain […]
By Carissa M. Bolden and Nar’Cissa Patton Did you know that in 2021, Mississippi ranked fifth in the nation for obesity? Obesity is a serious condition that involves excessive body fat and is associated with over 60 comorbidities. The condition wasn’t recognized as a disease until 2013, when the American Medical Association realized it was […]
