MY HEALTH CHALLENGE I was diagnosed on Nov. 17, 2023, with ductal carcinoma after having my annual mammogram on Oct. 30. I felt a lump a week prior but wasn’t worried because I have had lumps show up in the past on almost every mammogram I’ve had. However, this one was different. The tech took […]
Having just all met each other in person for the first time after months of online planning, the four riders started the ride less than an hour later. Pictured, left to right: Becky Bussey, Rebekah Thomas, Diane Mills and Anna Cannington. Photo by Janet Wright Anna Cannington did not know Dustin Rippetoe when she saved his […]
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Are you worried about your first colonoscopy? Don’t be. This screening for colorectal cancer is easy, generally covered by insurance and not painful. Let’s address some of the common myths that give the “gold standard” of colorectal cancer screenings a bad name. MYTH #1: COLONOSCOPIES ARE ONLY FOR OLD PEOPLE Colorectal cancer is on the […]
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 […]
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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 […]
