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Thereโs Nothing Normal About Uterine Fibroids
Read More: Thereโs Nothing Normal About Uterine FibroidsAs told to Shannon Shelton Miller July is Fibroid Awareness Month. For too long, I was told my painful period cramps and heavy bleeding were normal. As a teenager, I was put on iron supplements, which should have been a sign I was bleeding too much. But growing up in Mississippi in the 1980s and…
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The Secrets Of Successful Athletes
Read More: The Secrets Of Successful AthletesWhat motivates successful athletes? Few professions are as subject to turmoil and change as that of the athlete. There are always new records to break, a new avenue to improve and new wins to attain. Having been at the top for so long, theyโre well-equipped to dish out success secrets. We totally recommend taking a…
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Whatโs Sceletium And What Does It Do?
Read More: Whatโs Sceletium And What Does It Do?The buzzy plant has cropped up in supplements, drinks and as tinctures. Hereโs what we know about the herbal medicine and plant sceletium. What is sceletium? Sceletium tortuosum is an ancient plant. Itโs also called kanna or kougod and has been used for ages by the Khoisan people of South Africa. Carl von Linnaeus, a…
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Sarah Baumโs Incredible Journey To The Olympics
Read More: Sarah Baumโs Incredible Journey To The OlympicsAs the top-ranked female surfer in South Africa and athlete on the WSL Challenger Series, surfer Sarah Baum has qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games. It comes after many years competing and a hiatus from the sport. Now, sheโs ready to compete against the best. Hereโs what keeps her stoked. Growing up as a grom…
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Cyclists, This New Device By Garmin Will Have You On The Edge Of Your Seat
Read More: Cyclists, This New Device By Garmin Will Have You On The Edge Of Your SeatWith the Tour de France in full swing and the Tour de France Femme just around the corner, Garminโs latest release couldnโt have come at a better time. Meet the Edgeยฎ 1050 โ the brightest, smartest and most connected cycling computer Garmin has ever unleashed. Featuring in-ride messaging, competitions, hazard alerts and more, itโs designed…
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What To Know About MPox, Treatments & What To Do If Infected
Read More: What To Know About MPox, Treatments & What To Do If InfectedUnsurprisingly, winter sees its fair share of viruses doing the rounds. And now, South Africa is witnessing an outbreak of mpox (previously known as monkeypox). As of June 2024, the South African governmentย has confirmed 16 cases of mpox since the outbreak in May 2024. These confirmed diagnoses come from laboratory testing. All cases are males,…
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Unlocking Gut Health: The Power Of Probiotic Supplements According To A Medical Expert
Read More: Unlocking Gut Health: The Power Of Probiotic Supplements According To A Medical ExpertTrusting your gut feeling is encouraged if the situation is certain. However, when your gut health is anything but healthy, we recommend scrolling down to read more on how to remedy the situation. Hereโs how to find the perfect probiotic to combat gut deficiencies.ย Meet The Expert: Sam Swaine is a vitamin and supplements counsellor…
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Why Semaglutide Therapy Needs Prescription and How to Get It?
Read More: Why Semaglutide Therapy Needs Prescription and How to Get It?Semaglutide therapy requires a prescription because it is a medication that needs careful medical supervision due to its potent effects and potential side effects. This medication, known for its effectiveness in weight management and controlling blood sugar levels, is not suitable for everyone and must be prescribed by a healthcare professional. Adults interested in starting…
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7 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Head and Neck Cancers
Read More: 7 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Head and Neck CancersThe most common cancers in the United States include breast, lung, colorectal and skin (melanoma). However, less common cancers can be just as serious. Head and neck cancers, for example, account for nearly 4% of all cancers in the United States and affect tens of thousands of people worldwide. Head and neck cancer refers to…
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The 38 Best Foreplay Ideas You Need To Try Tonight, According To Sex Experts
Read More: The 38 Best Foreplay Ideas You Need To Try Tonight, According To Sex ExpertsSex isnโt a racing track and you and your partner arenโt members of theย Fast & Furiousย squad. So, in the bedroom, you shouldnโt go from zero to 100โor, holding hands to full-on penetration. Instead, you should always implement some foreplay ideas as a slow and steady on ramp to intimacy. While many folks tend to focus…
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H&M Move Teams Up With ActivateHer To Support Girls In Sport
Read More: H&M Move Teams Up With ActivateHer To Support Girls In SportThat girls and women in sport deserve attention and supportย is clear. Sport provides so much to anyone who takes it up. There are the physical benefits, like better heart health. But there are the mental perks, too, like lowering depression and anxiety. Now, H&M Move, through their community programme, Move Together, has teamed up with…
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Can Racial Bias Limit Access to Colon Cancer Screening and Treatment for Women of Color?
Read More: Can Racial Bias Limit Access to Colon Cancer Screening and Treatment for Women of Color?For almost eight months, Jenna Scott had the ideal pregnancy. Then the bleeding, dizziness and abdominal pain started. Scott, 29, feared something was wrong with her baby, but her OB-GYN told her everything was fine after her appointment. Her baby could be sitting on her organs or perhaps she was experiencing typical pregnancy-induced hemorrhoids. The…
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cancer, Cervical cancer, Endometrial cancer, Gynecological cancer, Ovarian cancer, Uterine cancer, Vaginal health
Learn About 5 Types of Gynecologic Cancer
Read More: Learn About 5 Types of Gynecologic CancerMedically reviewed by Blair McNamara, M.D. Gynecologic cancer is defined as any type of cancer that begins within the reproductive organs of a woman or a person assigned female at birth. In 2024, there will be an estimated 116,930 new cases, as well as 33,850 deaths from gynecologic cancers in the U.S. 5 Types of…
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6 Workout Moves You Can Actually Do With Your Dog
Read More: 6 Workout Moves You Can Actually Do With Your DogWorking out with your dog doesnโt just benefit your health. It can be a real treat for your pet โ and for you. โA dog is the best motivator youโll ever have,โ says Tricia Montgomery, founder and president of K9 Fit Club, a fitness club for people and their pets. โAll they want to do…
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2 Super Smoothies Thatโll Help You Fight Off That Cold
Read More: 2 Super Smoothies Thatโll Help You Fight Off That ColdThe probiotic health trend is having a massive moment right now andย itโs moving away from those tablets you take with antibiotics, to drinkable or edible fermented foods like kimchi and kefir. Next time youโre drinking a smoothie, add some probiotics to the mix: the lactic acid bacteria in the drink create an environment in your…
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Temi Adeniji Reveals Her Secret To Staying Fit
Read More: Temi Adeniji Reveals Her Secret To Staying FitWarner Music Africa Managing Director Temi Adeniji has found a winning formula in a world that constantly demands more and more. โWork to liveโ or โlive to workโ โ perhaps one of the modern worldโs most urgent existential crises. Whatever your stance, this dichotomy informs your lifestyle and how you show up in general! Despite…
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Coughing Fit Or Allergy Attack? Hereโs How To Differentiate
Read More: Coughing Fit Or Allergy Attack? Hereโs How To DifferentiateHave you ever found yourself in the middle of a coughing marathon and wondered, โIs this just a random cough, or am I dealing with allergies here?โย Getting the lowdown on whether youโre dealing with a coughing fit or an allergy attack can be a game-changer for your health and help you find the best…
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32 Hours Of Ride Time! Where Will Your Garmin Edge Solar Take You?
Read More: 32 Hours Of Ride Time! Where Will Your Garmin Edge Solar Take You?You heard it right! Get set for an insane 32 hours of intense ride time or 60 hours in battery-saving mode with the Edgeยฎ 540 Solar, 840 Solar and 1040 Solar. Crush your training sessions and snag that QOM faster than ever. The best part? These solar versions keep you rolling longer between charges and…
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Are Stiff Joints Affecting Your Pet This Winter?
Read More: Are Stiff Joints Affecting Your Pet This Winter?Mobility issues are common in pets, especially as they get older. Arthritisย is a debilitating condition and can cause a lot of pain and discomfort for your pet.ย Unfortunately, the cold affects older pets and those with mobility issues even more.ย Did you know? Having a pet boosts physical health by lowering blood pressure, increasing exercise and…
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Low Progesterone Symptoms
Read More: Low Progesterone SymptomsProgesterone is a hormone in the body that stimulates and regulates various functions. It’s produced in the adrenal gland, the ovaries and the placenta (if youโre pregnant). It helps prepare your body for pregnancy and conception, regulates your menstrual cycle and affects your libido. If you don’t have enough progesterone, you may have difficulty getting…
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What You Really Need To Know About Running For Weight Loss, According To Experts
Read More: What You Really Need To Know About Running For Weight Loss, According To ExpertsRunning has soooo many benefits. Just to name a few, itโs good for your heart health, strengthens your bones and reduces stress. Itโs also known to burn quite a few calories, making it a solid workout choice if youโre looking to lose weight. Plus, running works your muscles and has positive effects on the metabolism,…
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Exactly How To Make A Sex Tape, From Those Who Know
Read More: Exactly How To Make A Sex Tape, From Those Who KnowYou donโt have to be Kim Kardashian to get steamy on camera. Hereโs how to make sure your version is tasteful, sexy and, above all, funโฆ Orgasms guaranteed. Youโve never thought of yourself as an exhibitionistโฆ Unless, of course, youโre one of the 39 percent of WH readers who confessed to having filmed their intimate…
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Redheads and Pain
Read More: Redheads and PainRebecca Sager, senior vice president of development for HealthyWomen, was in the prep room at the hospital getting ready to deliver her first child when the nurse came in and asked her an odd question. โAre you a real redhead?โ โYouโre going to find out in a minute,โ Sager quipped, knowing the nurse was there…
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Actress Temi Otedola On Why She Prefers A Simple Wellness Routine
Read More: Actress Temi Otedola On Why She Prefers A Simple Wellness RoutineAt first glance, Temi Otedola (the newly announced Lโoreal Paris Digital Brand Ambassador for sub-Saharan Africa) gives off the vibe of someone who doesnโt skimp on self-care. Always styled elegantly for a 28-year-old, and a fan of a clean make-up look that still allows her skin to breathe, itโs no wonder the Nigeria-based actress is…
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This Healthy Cauliflower Risotto Is A Winter Dream
Read More: This Healthy Cauliflower Risotto Is A Winter DreamA classic, cosy way to cook rice, the risotto stands out not only as a filling and delicious dish but as a veritable winter warmer. And this healthy cauliflower risotto ticks all the boxes. This recipe, from Executive Chef Kerry Kilpinโs new offering at Steenberg Wine Farmโs Bistro Sixteen82ย winter menu, nails it. The new winter…
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POTS Stole My Energy and Everything That Made Me, Me
Read More: POTS Stole My Energy and Everything That Made Me, MeAs told to Jacquelyne Froeber About 15 years ago, I got really sick. It started with strep throat. Then mono. I was trying my best to power through as a busy mom with two young kids, but then the fever started. For days, I was out of commission, lying in sweat and unable to cool…
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These Changes Mean You Might Have An STI โ Hereโs What They Mean (And What To Do)
Read More: These Changes Mean You Might Have An STI โ Hereโs What They Mean (And What To Do)Part of being a woman assigned at birth can mean thereโs always something worrying you. Feeling super emotional? Your period might be on the way! If your period is a little late, youโre probably already obsessing over whether youโre pregnant (even though the last time you had sex was years ago)! And if you experience…
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How Many Carbs Should I Eat If Iโm Trying To Lose Weight?
Read More: How Many Carbs Should I Eat If Iโm Trying To Lose Weight?If youโre trying toย lose weight, you may have heard the recommendation to cut back on carbs. You may even be wondering how many carbs a day you should eat to lose weightโwhich, TBH, can be a pretty tricky number to figure out. Contrary to popular belief, you doย notย have to cut carbs altogether to lose weight.…
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Breast cancer, Breast cancer policy, Breast health, Medical tests, Prevention, Preventive health, Science
โBRCA โTesting 101
Read More: โBRCA โTesting 101If you’ve heard people talking about “breast cancer genes,” they probably were referring to BRCA โ but they were only partly right. Everyone has BRCA (BReast CAncer) genes. And they protect you when they work correctly. “We all have two copies of the BRCA1 and 2 genes, and we want them to be functioning properly,”…
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Coping with the Costs of Cancer
Read More: Coping with the Costs of CancerFinances are not always the first thing people think of when they get diagnosed with cancer. Top questions may be, Whatโs the prognosis? What are the treatment options? And who are the best specialists? But more and more, you also have to grapple with the cost of cancer alongside the physical and emotional aspects of…
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Congressional Briefing โ Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage
Read More: Congressional Briefing โ Obesity: The Cost of No CoverageRegister for the briefing Obesity is a chronic disease that increases risk of other serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers. With 4 out of 10 American adults living with obesity, access to and insurance coverage for treatment options is essential. The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) was reintroduced…
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How To Tailor Your Skincare For Hormones, Per Experts
Read More: How To Tailor Your Skincare For Hormones, Per ExpertsWeโve said a lot about hormones, from contraceptionย to hair lossย to how it can impact your fitness. Now, weโre talking about skincare for hormones โ specifically, dealing with hormonal fluctuations that impact your skin. From acne to hyperpigmentation, your hormones not only play a role in your weight, mood and periods but also how your skin…
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Swatchโs Latest Bioceramic MoonSwatch Collection Has Landed!
Read More: Swatchโs Latest Bioceramic MoonSwatch Collection Has Landed!Three new Bioceramic MoonSwatch watches have just landed, offering a fresh perspective on the splendour of Earth from space. Throughout history, humans have marvelled at our planetโs appearance from above. Every astronaut whoโs ventured into space has described the Blue Planet as the most breathtaking sight. โWhen I first looked back at the Earth, standing…
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Consider This Yoga HIIT Workout A Total-Body Shred
Read More: Consider This Yoga HIIT Workout A Total-Body ShredYes, yoga HIIT exists! Like strength-training moves, itโs possible to up the ante and turn your yoga flow into a sweaty interval training session. How? By upping your pace. Yoga works particularly well for this, since each pose is meant to flow into the next, creating a pacey workout that gets your heart racing. Plus,…
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Integrative Approaches to Cancer Pain Management
Read More: Integrative Approaches to Cancer Pain ManagementThe pain that a patient experiences with a diagnosis such as cancer is a prevalent and distressing symptom for many, significantly affecting their quality of life. Effective cancer pain management is crucial in providing holistic care. Traditional pharmacological treatments, such as opioids and non-opioid analgesics, are commonly used but often come with side effects and…
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Should You Get a Blood Test for Alzheimerโs?
Read More: Should You Get a Blood Test for Alzheimerโs?June is Alzheimerโs and Brain Awareness Month. Alzheimerโs disease is ruthless. It can rob you of your memory, personality and the ability to do simple things like swallow or speak. Even scarier: Almost 2 out of 3 people with Alzheimerโs are women or people assigned female at birth. But thereโs good news in the screening…
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Yes, Happiness Can Boost Productivityย โ Hereโs How
Read More: Yes, Happiness Can Boost Productivityย โ Hereโs HowAs humans, weโre constantly in the pursuit of happiness. And that pursuit grows, the more we learn about its benefits. Martin Seligman, considered the โFather of Positive Psychologyโ, said โโฆthe happiest people tend to be those who pursue the full lifeโ they infuse their life with pleasure, engagement and meaningโ. With that in mind, could…
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What To Know About Swine Flu Symptoms + What To Do
Read More: What To Know About Swine Flu Symptoms + What To DoThis season, the winter flu has come, with health officials warning about the reported cases of swine flu (now called N1H1). Hereโs what to know about swine flu symptoms and how it differs from the โregularโ flu. What is swine flu? To answer this, we need a brief science lesson. Within the flu family, different…
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How To Get Fit At 40 โ And Thriving Healthy Tips
Read More: How To Get Fit At 40 โ And Thriving Healthy TipsThis is the prime of your life โ yes, your 40s are it! Itโs a time when staying active and taking care of your health becomes even more crucial. As your body goes through changes, itโs essential to understand how to adapt your fitness routines accordingly. Engaging in physical activity also supports cognitive function, keeping…
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I Was the CEO in a Male-Dominated Field When I Came Out to My Company as a Trans Woman
Read More: I Was the CEO in a Male-Dominated Field When I Came Out to My Company as a Trans WomanAs told to Jacquelyne Froeber June is Pride Month. I remember pulling into the parking spot, turning off the car and just sitting there for a minute. My office is in the suburbs on Long Island, so itโs quiet. It was just me and the nervous click of my French manicure on the steering wheel.…
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The Importance of Making Obesity Treatment Accessible
Read More: The Importance of Making Obesity Treatment AccessibleItโs always a successful day at the office for Fatima Cody Stanford, M.D., M.P.H.,M.P.A., when she can look at a patientโs chart, see a diagnosis of diabetes, high cholesterol or hypertension, and see progress in their health or resolution of a health concern. Shanna Tucker, M.D., an obesity medicine specialist at NYU Langone Health, has…
