Spooky season is finally here! In my home, we like to embrace the cute, festive decorations and leave the scary, spooky stuff to the professionals. Here is an easy, fun way to DIY some friendly ghost flowerpots or vases using household items and recycled materials. This craft is fun for kids and an inexpensive way […]
By Mika Hartman October is here. As we commemorate both Down Syndrome Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month, I can reflect on what I have learned on this journey, share some hard truths and hope for a better tomorrow for my son. Hudson is only 6; however, the dreams I have for him […]
To understand how infertility diagnosis and treatment are improving, we first must understand a bit about infertility itself. About one in six couples will experience infertility, meaning they have not conceived after trying for a full year. The underlying cause is attributable to the female partner 30% of the time, to the male partner 30% […]
One in eight women will get breast cancer in her lifetime. Chances are, a significant number of these women will choose to undergo breast reconstruction. By restoring a breast that has been lost due to cancer or other causes, a patient may find improvement in her quality of life and emotional wellbeing. WHAT IS BREAST […]
Going through menopause can be tough, and some symptoms might point to bigger health issues you shouldn’t ignore. While some discomforts are common, others may indicate that it’s time to act. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help with these symptoms, boosting your overall health and wellbeing. Here are five menopause symptoms you shouldn’t overlook and […]
Breast cancer is all too common; on average, one in eight women will develop the disease in her lifetime. Some factors that may increase someone’s breast cancer risk, such as genetics, being female or getting older, are beyond our control. However, we do have influence over some factors. If you want to lower your risk, […]
Suffering with problems like chronic pain? Without further ado, I’m going to give you the seven secrets to addressing some common health concerns: Self-treat the fascial system at home. Remove fast food and grocery-bought processed foods from your diet. Write your thoughts and emotions in a journal. Sit in silence (meditation) for five to 20 […]
October is here, and while ghosts and ghouls may give you a chill, nothing is scarier than a workout that doesn’t get results. But fear not, because I have some exercises for you to try that are so effective, they’re downright spooky. These moves will have you feeling stronger, leaner and more powerful in no […]
Did you know that 55% of women will suffer from varicose veins during their lifetime? Based on this percentage, women are four times more likely than men to develop these bulging, knotted and often painful leg veins. So, what makes women more prone to varicose veins than men, and how can ladies help prevent them? […]
By Dr. Sophia Omoro True health is more than just the absence of illness; it’s about cherishing, protecting and nourishing the fragile gift of life. Dr. Sophia Omoro, an otolaryngology head and neck surgery specialist at Memorial, understands this deeply. Driven by a purpose that has only grown stronger with experience, she has walked countless […]
