The coronavirus has taught us the importance of stocking up on toilet paper, but it’s also been a wake-up call to take better care of our health. Since people with existing medical conditions—among them heart disease—are at higher risk for severe symptoms from COVID-19, now is a critical time to pay attention to your heart health, says Cleveland Clinic cardiologist Heba Wassif, M.D. Here are … [Read more...] about Here Are 7 Ways to Protect Your Heart During the Pandemic
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An Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Is Met With Resilience
Brian Van Buren’s life has been filled with thrilling adventures. In the late 1980s, he met Princess Diana at one of her pet projects, the London Lighthouse AIDS Clinic, while caring for his late husband (who died before Van Buren’s diagnosis); during his 22-year tenure as a flight attendant for United Airlines, he visited 57 countries; he twice appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show, as a survivor of … [Read more...] about An Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Is Met With Resilience
‘Life Is Full of Uncertainties’! Survivors of Cancer, Coronavirus and Stroke Share Their Stories
As both a long-time cancer survivor and, more recently, a COVID-19 survivor, I know firsthand how a medical issue can surprise and test you, physically and mentally. “Life is full of uncertainties; it’s not until they descend upon us that we know how resilient we are,” says Cleveland Clinic psychologist Scott Bea, Psy.D. It’s natural for survivors to feel both vulnerability and mastery, he … [Read more...] about ‘Life Is Full of Uncertainties’! Survivors of Cancer, Coronavirus and Stroke Share Their Stories
The Benefits of Swimming if You Have Crohn’s
Research shows that moderate swimming can reduce the inflammation and relieve joint pain of arthritis, a common problem in people with Crohn’s. If you have Crohn’s disease, exercising may be the furthest thing from your mind. But its effects can be far-reaching — and getting wet may be just what the doctor ordered. “Exercise is important for all people, including those with Crohn’s disease,” … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Swimming if You Have Crohn’s
The Give and Take of Being a Volunteer
Good deeds may promote good health and skills. All you need to do is step up. Most likely you’ve heard calls to action for volunteering like “it’s better to give than to receive.” “Think globally, act locally.” And, “do good while doing well.” Giving to others — in the form of time, sweat, support, and smiles — gives back to you in amazing ways that may have a positive impact on your … [Read more...] about The Give and Take of Being a Volunteer
Epilepsy and Your Hormones
Epilepsy had always been a topic that was very foreign to me—until it hit a bit close to home. About five years ago, when she was 52, my sister found out she had epilepsy. She was at work and had just hung up the phone with me after a brief conversation. She remembers feeling a bit "funny"—and the next thing she knew, she woke up in an ambulance, confused and frightened. Lynne had suffered a … [Read more...] about Epilepsy and Your Hormones
How Women’s Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different Than Men’s
Here's some good news for all of you who received dark chocolate for Valentine's Day: You're eating something that is heart healthy. The flavonoids found in dark chocolate are friendly to your vascular health and can lower blood pressure, improve blood flow to your brain and heart and make blood platelets less sticky and able to clot. But while you're munching on your chocolate (and not too … [Read more...] about How Women’s Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different Than Men’s
5 Surprising Things That May Be Sabotaging Your Memory
People are twice as fearful of losing their mental ability as their physical ability. What's that word again? What did I come in here to do? I know her...but can't think of her name. You're not alone if you mutter one or more of these phrases on an hourly/daily/weekly basis. And by now, you might be thinking that memory loss and age are two peas in a pod. Well, yes. And, no. Read more … [Read more...] about 5 Surprising Things That May Be Sabotaging Your Memory
Everything You Need to Know About Home Medical Tests, Including Which Ones Tend to Be the Most Accurate
Curious to know if you have a urinary tract infection, high cholesterol, hepatitis C, HIV or colon cancer? Do you suspect you might have food allergies, a slow thyroid or sluggish metabolism? Now you can purchase a kit at the drug store, take it home and collect either a blood, urine, stool or saliva sample—and mail it off to a testing laboratory for a physician-reviewed analysis. Within days, … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About Home Medical Tests, Including Which Ones Tend to Be the Most Accurate
CBD Is Touted for Pain Management—But Does It Work?
I keep hearing that CBD helps relieve chronic pain. Is it really the miracle cure it claims to be? If so, I'm tempted to run out and buy some CBD. But I'm cautious and have a lot of questions. It seems like the claims might be too good to be true. Are they? Read the full article on HealthyWomen.org … [Read more...] about CBD Is Touted for Pain Management—But Does It Work?