LGBTQ+ History and the Society for Human Rights
By Violet Nichols (she/they), 18 years old, editor November 3, 2024 This year, during LGBTQ+ History Month, I found myself diving deeper into the history of some of the pioneers who shaped the LGBTQ+ rights movement. For example, I was intrigued to learn about the Society for Human Rights, the
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: Understanding Melanoma with Dr. Janiene Luke
We teamed up with The Great Girlfriends Show to answer some important questions about melanoma. Guest expert Dr. Janiene Luke answers some common questions: What is melanoma and how common is it? Do melanoma symptoms seem the same for everyone? Does surgery to remove skin cancer leave permanent scars? What
Treatment Options for Colon Cancer
Colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer, is one of the most common cancers in the United States. There are several treatment options and the best treatment depends on how far the cancer has progressed. Sometimes more than one treatment option is combined. Surgery Polypectomy A special tool is used to
Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer Means the Pandemic Isn’t ‘Over’ for Me
as told to Jacqueline Froeber october is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I was in the produce aisle at the Winn-Dixie when a grown man coughed on me. Strong. I was paralyzed: I had a ripe tomato in my hand. I felt his weight and noticed the subtle spray of coughing
Intermittent Fasting for Women – HealthyWomen
Medically reviewed by Isabel Smith, MS, RN, CDN You’ve probably heard of intermittent fasting. There are hundreds of thousands of posts dedicated to this trend on social media, and celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Cameron Diaz swear that this is how they keep their physiques in shape. Famous bodies aside,
A Look Into Modern Diabetes Treatment: 8 Breakthroughs in Recent Years
According to the Singapore Ministry of Health, diabetes mellitus affects approximately 9.5% of the populationmaking it one of the most common chronic diseases in the country. Fortunately, the high global prevalence of the disease has led to much attention and funding being devoted to its research. Today, we have more
Mi cáncer endometrial se mantuvo oculto durante la menopausia
Spanish As reported to Erica Rimlinger I didn’t know I was going through menopause. I was experiencing “the change.” Like many women of my generation, I grew up in a home, in a community and in a society where there was not much talk about “change” and the “problems” that
WomenTalk: The Role of Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners: Contraceptive Care
During this three-part WomenTalk series, we partnered with the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health to explore the role nurse practitioners play in contraceptive, maternal, and menopause care. In this episode, we will discuss new contraceptive options and their safety and effectiveness. We’ll also look at how to
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, around the same time as the first drug approved by the FDA. cold cap came out. I heard on the news about the possible hair-saving helmet and crossed all my follicles thinking it could work for me as I prepared to start
Sciatica: What It Is and How To Treat It
Do you experience numbness, tingling, or pain in your buttocks or lower back that radiates down your legs? If so, you may have a condition called sciatica. Often overlooked as having back problems, approximately 16% of Australians struggle with back problems. Some of the issues are related to sciatica. But
Medicare and Obesity – HealthyWomen
For millions of people living with obesity, the class of weight-loss drugs known as GLP-1 agonists has been a game-changer (think Wegovy and Zepbound). Studies show that people taking these medications can lose more weight than with lifestyle changes alone. But for one group of Americans (people on Medicare) at
How to Maintain Your Cosmetic Tattooing and Permanent Makeup for Long-Lasting Results
Image by Ron Lach in Pexels.com Cosmetic tattoos and permanent makeup are preferred by people looking for permanent or long-lasting makeup. However, to ensure your investment lasts as long as possible, proper aftercare and ongoing maintenance is essential. Let’s explore some essential tips that will help you preserve the beauty
