Continuous Glucose Monitors Go OTC
If you or someone you know has diabetes, you’ve probably heard of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). The small circular medical devices track blood glucose (sugar) levels through a small sensor under the skin. You’ve probably seen the commercials featuring pop star Nick Jonas showing off his CGM secured to the
A Day in the Life of a Healthcare Support Specialist
The smooth operation of medical facilities relies heavily on a healthcare support professional who balances necessary administrative tasks with patient interaction. Early in the day, they work on tasks that require empathy and efficiency, trying to create a patient-friendly environment and ensure that every logistical detail of the treatment is
Chappell Roan and LGBTQ+ Visibility
By Ruby Sayar (she/her), 17 years old, editor December 11, 2024 You’ve probably already heard of Chappell. Chappell Roan, that is. An American singer and songwriter whose popularity has skyrocketed thanks to her song “Good Luck, Babe!” going viral, he has become a superstar. The first time I heard “Good
Dr. Brown’s 2023 Crystal Ball Predictions
Muscle testing will be as important as bone density testing as doctors understand the intertwined loss of bone and muscle with aging. ““Everything is energy” will become a familiar concept and the popularity of energy medicines will increase. You will see more homeopathy, acupuncture, Qi Gong, Reiki and many other
Getting Through the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One
The holidays probably don’t seem like the most wonderful time of year if you’ve recently lost a loved one. Grief is complicated and unpredictable, and seasonal staples that used to bring you joy, like holiday gatherings and family traditions, can suddenly feel painful and overwhelming. “All we have to do
Lowering C-reactive protein levels can protect your heart and bones
Did you know that heart disease and osteoporosis are closely linked, so much so that it has been suggested that people with heart disease should be screened for osteoporosis and vice versa? According to emerging science, the two conditions are linked by one important factor: inflammation. That’s why for February,
COPD symptoms and COPD treatments for women
Spanish Retired paralegal Patti Todd was devastated to learn she had COPD when she was 40 years old. I had lived with asthma for years, but hearing that I had COPD was a huge blow. He feared the diagnosis would affect his active lifestyle. “But the doctor explained that the
Key Health Benefits of Walking on Earth
“The foot feels the foot when it feels the ground.” – The Buddha Now that summer is in full swing, more and more of us are getting out and staying active. It is a time when I like to go for a walk to observe nature in all its vitality.
HealthyWomen’s Gift List – HealthyWomen
For many of us, the holidays revolve around parties, gifts, and going to parties to exchange gifts. If you love the season of gift-giving as much as we do, check out our staff’s picks below for unique and healthy gift-giving options for the healthy people in your life. Or, if
Menopause & Sleep Disturbances— Better Bones
Most of us know from experience that tossing and turning at night means feeling terrible the next day. And many of us understand that there are long-term health consequences when we don’t sleep well. But I recently discovered something new from a fascinating study on sleep and its effect on
Disparities and COPD – HealthyWomen
Nearly 16 million Americans live with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. Millions more don’t even know they have it. The COPD Foundationa nonprofit organization that promotes research, advocacy and awareness to stop COPD and similar conditions, estimates that the number of Americans affected by COPD is
