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From Running-phobe To Marathon Finisher – With A Prosthetic Blade
Read More: From Running-phobe To Marathon Finisher – With A Prosthetic BladeJoburger Erin Lazarus, 27, had always been sporty, but “avoided cross country like it was the plague”. Her father was a serious long-distance runner, and the family often tagged along to support his races. But long-distance running was not something Erin felt agreeable towards – until the loss of her left leg renewed her sense…
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What You Need To Know About Perimenopause
Read More: What You Need To Know About PerimenopauseDo you find yourself getting hot and sweaty (but you’re not watching “Heated Rivalry”)? Waking up at night for no reason? Feeling unexpected mood swings? If so, it could be perimenopause. And perimenopause can be tricky to figure out because there’s no single test and symptoms vary widely, often overlapping with other conditions. So, here’s…
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Is VMS Making You Hot — But Not in a Good Way?
Read More: Is VMS Making You Hot — But Not in a Good Way?By the time morning comes, I’m too exhausted to face the day. It’s an endless cycle that has impacted my ability to focus and carry out daily activities. It has even affected some of my relationships. But I know I’m not the only one. Vasomotor symptoms (VMS) of menopause — also known as hot flashes…
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Vasomotor Symptoms of Menopause Can Destabilize Your Internal Temperature — and Your Relationship
Read More: Vasomotor Symptoms of Menopause Can Destabilize Your Internal Temperature — and Your RelationshipEvery night I faced a battle of extreme temperatures. After hot flashes at bedtime, I’d sweat through my T-shirts all night, waking up freezing as though I’d been swimming in a glacial lake instead of sleeping. After months of this nightly hot-cold cycle, I figured out a system. I kept a pile of clean T-shirts…
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Early Signs of Pancreatic Cancer
Read More: Early Signs of Pancreatic Cancer+ Flipbook text Slide 2: When pancreatic cancer is caught early, there are more treatment options available. Early diagnosis can be difficult because the symptoms may not be specific to pancreatic cancer. Pay attention to these nonspecific symptoms: Slide 3: Pain in the Back or Belly Tumors can press on nearby organs or nerves causing…
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How Air Quality Affects COPD
Read More: How Air Quality Affects COPD+ Infographic text Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a lung disease that restricts the airway and makes it hard to breathe. Pollution and irritants found in outdoor and indoor air can worsen symptoms. Outdoor Air Outdoor pollution can trigger COPD symptoms, especially on days with high pollution or extreme weather. Heat waves and cold…
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True or False: Stress
Read More: True or False: StressYou’ve probably heard the saying, “I’m too blessed to be stressed.” To which we say, we love that for you! Now, tell us your secret. Everyone experiences stress. Stress is your body’s physical and emotional response to challenging, demanding or new situations. During stress, your body releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol that increase your…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Pancreatic Cancer
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Pancreatic CancerPancreatic cancer is the third deadliest cancer in the United States, but it doesn’t have to be. While late-stage diagnoses are tough to treat, the five-year survival rate is at its highest when the disease is caught in its earliest stage. By identifying those at risk and prioritizing early detection, thousands of lives could be…
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Is Biohacking the New Diet Culture? What Midlife Women Need to Know About Peptides, Hormones, and Body Image with Karen Martel
Read More: Is Biohacking the New Diet Culture? What Midlife Women Need to Know About Peptides, Hormones, and Body Image with Karen MartelHave you ever caught yourself counting calories out of habit, even when you know better? Or scrolled past a before-and-after photo and felt that familiar pull of “maybe I should try that too”? If you grew up in the 1980s or 90s, chances are diet culture didn’t just influence you; it shaped the very way…
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At 54, I Raced And Finished The Full UTCT – Here’s How
Read More: At 54, I Raced And Finished The Full UTCT – Here’s HowOf Cape Town’s many challenging races, none is more formidable than the UTCT – Ultra-Trail Cape Town. The flagship distance, 100 miles through Cape Town’s treacherous mountains, is one few have finished. 54-year-old runner Robyn Noble decided to take on UTCT race training and conquered the hills. Here’s how. “After finishing the Comrades… What’s next?”…
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El poder de los riñones
Read More: El poder de los riñones+ Infographic text Los riñones son órganos en forma de frijoles que se encuentran atrás de tu barriga. Hay un riñón a cada lado de tu columna vertebral, justo abajo de tus costillas. ¿Sabías lo siguiente? Muchas personas pueden tener vidas saludables con un solo riñón. Los riñones son partes importantes de las vías urinarias.…
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I Worried It Was All In My Head — Until I Was Finally Diagnosed with Addison’s Disease
Read More: I Worried It Was All In My Head — Until I Was Finally Diagnosed with Addison’s DiseaseApril is Adrenal Disease Awareness Month. As told to Nicole Audrey Spector In high school, I started feeling not quite like myself, just a lot less energy than I usually had. It seemed perfectly normal to believe it was stress-related. School was getting more intense as college neared and then there was the normal teen…
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What Women Need to Know About Cholesterol
Read More: What Women Need to Know About CholesterolEspañol Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in women, regardless of age. High cholesterol levels can cause plaque to build up in the arteries, a condition known as atherosclerosis, which can partially block blood flow to the heart and the rest of the body. This can increase the risk of heart…
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The Moment You Feel A Cold Coming On, Do These 8 Things Immediately To Speed Up Recovery
Read More: The Moment You Feel A Cold Coming On, Do These 8 Things Immediately To Speed Up RecoveryIf you can’t remember the last time someone replied to a “how are you” message with anything other than a sneezing emoji, there’s some good news at least: with the crisp turn of autumn, we’re still a little way off from the true peak of cold and flu season. As for right now, though, the…
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These 5 Surprising Make-up Habits Can Worsen Your Skin Health
Read More: These 5 Surprising Make-up Habits Can Worsen Your Skin HealthThere’s no better feeling than wearing make-up that makes you feel like your most confident and beautiful self. Except maybe one thing: Loving your skin without wearing any make-up in the first place. Let me be clear – there’s absolutely nothing wrong with rocking a full-beat. But if your make-up routine is working against you, even the most flawless…
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After a Stroke, 5 Implantable Defibrillators and a Heart Transplant, I’m Stronger than Ever
Read More: After a Stroke, 5 Implantable Defibrillators and a Heart Transplant, I’m Stronger than EverAs told to Jacquelyne Froeber Growing up, I got my yearly physical at school just like all my other classmates. It was the same drill every time: The doctor checked your spine for scoliosis, listened to your heart for problems and then sent you on your way. But my first year of junior high was…
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4 Ways To Soothe Your Sore Muscles
Read More: 4 Ways To Soothe Your Sore MusclesNew-to-you fitness goals often come with a common side effect, namely muscle soreness. Whether you’ve switched up your strength-training program or you’re trying a new type of activity, it can (and does) happen to anybody. Technically called delayed-onset muscle soreness, or DOMS, it can be uncomfortable and even frustrating at times – but it doesn’t…
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Soothe Your Pet’s Upset Tummy With Hill’s Prescription Diet GI Biome
Read More: Soothe Your Pet’s Upset Tummy With Hill’s Prescription Diet GI BiomeOnly pet parents will understand the stress you feel when your four-legged family member has an upset tummy. Suddenly your usually playful pet is acting lethargic, won’t eat and you don’t know how to help them. That’s where Hill’s Prescription Diet GI Biome with ActivBiome+ Digestion technology stands apart. Backed by over 15 years of…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Graves’ disease
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Graves’ diseaseYour thyroid is a little butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that makes and releases hormones. These hormones help regulate many important body functions like metabolism and body temperature. If your thyroid isn’t working properly, you may develop a thyroid condition, like Graves’ disease. “Women are more likely to have Graves’ disease than men, and we…
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Here’s What Certain Changes In Your Nails Can Reveal About Your Health, According To Dermatologists
Read More: Here’s What Certain Changes In Your Nails Can Reveal About Your Health, According To DermatologistsThere’s nothing quite like sitting down for a fresh manicure. It’s a simple way to add a pop of colour to your everyday look while carving out a little time to relax and take care of yourself. But if you’re anything like us, you might not actually think much about your nails until you step into the salon…
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Women and HIV
Read More: Women and HIV+ Infographic text Women made up almost 1 out of 5 new HIV diagnoses in 2022 More than 4 out of 5 of these women got the virus from heterosexual sex Most diagnoses were in women ages 25–34, but women ages 35–44 were close behind Between 2010 and 2022, the number of new HIV diagnoses…
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Who Should Get Tested for HIV?
Read More: Who Should Get Tested for HIV?+ Infographic text In the U.S. 1 in 4 people living with HIV is a woman 1 in 5 new HIV diagnoses is a woman Women of color — especially Black women — are at higher risk for HIV Almost 3 in 5 new HIV diagnoses in the U.S. are Black women Testing helps stop…
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Las mujeres y el VIH
Read More: Las mujeres y el VIH+ Infographic text Mujeres recibieron 1 de cada 5 diagnósticos nuevos de VIH en 2022 Más de 4 de cada 5 de estas mujeres recibieron el virus por relaciones sexuales con personas de distinto sexo La mayoría de diagnósticos fueron para mujeres entre los 25 y los 34 años, seguidas de cerca por las mujeres…
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Immunotherapy for Urothelial Bladder Cancer 101
Read More: Immunotherapy for Urothelial Bladder Cancer 101Urothelial bladder cancer (UBC), the most common form of bladder cancer, is the sixth most common cancer in the U.S. About 85,000 people are diagnosed in the U.S. each year, but the good news is that treatments for UBC are getting more advanced and more effective. Immunotherapy is a type of treatment that uses the…
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True or False: Sleep
Read More: True or False: SleepMarch is National Sleep Awareness Month. I was staring at my bedroom ceiling at 3 a.m. when I had a very rational thought: The movies I grew up with are gaslighting my sleep. Hear me out: In Sleeping Beauty, princess Aurora falls into a deep slumber — but it’s a curse. She wasn’t even supposed…
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The Hidden Reason Your Home Is Keeping You Stuck in Midlife with Feng Shui Expert Marie Diamond
Read More: The Hidden Reason Your Home Is Keeping You Stuck in Midlife with Feng Shui Expert Marie DiamondHave you ever walked into a space and immediately felt your whole nervous system either exhale or tighten up? That feeling is not in your head. There is something real happening in the energy of the environments you move through every single day, and it could be quietly influencing your sleep, your hormones, your relationships,…
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“I Didn’t Fit The ‘Runner’s Body’ – But I Still Finished Two Half-Marathons”
Read More: “I Didn’t Fit The ‘Runner’s Body’ – But I Still Finished Two Half-Marathons”Wondering how to start running? Before you search for “free training plans” or figure out which running shoe is best, rewind a bit and find your inspiration. Here, read about Bubbles Zitumane‘s beginner runner journey, from slow and steady to long-distance aficionado. She believed she couldn’t call herself a runner – and still aced two…
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A Sweet Addition To Your Easter Weekend At Sandton City
Read More: A Sweet Addition To Your Easter Weekend At Sandton CitySandton City is set to welcome the Easter season with a delectably curated experience as it introduces the Chocolate Café: Sweet Edition now open until Monday, 6 April 2026. Taking over the iconic centre court, the activation will offer visitors a vibrant, candy-filled space where colour, flavour and creativity come together in a playful and…
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The Power of the Kidneys
Read More: The Power of the Kidneys+ Infographic text Kidneys are bean-shaped organs that sit behind your belly. There is one kidney on either side of your spine, just below your rib cage. Did you know? Many people can live healthy lives with only one kidney. Kidneys are an important part of the urinary tract. Their job is to: Filter your…
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The Buzz About Black Cohosh
Read More: The Buzz About Black CohoshThe black cohosh plant is full of surprises. For one, the name doesn’t match the drapes — black cohosh produces white flowers from its green stem. Other names for black cohosh include snakeroot and bugwort — so let’s just say we appreciate the non-literal approach. Black cohosh is a bit of a celebrity supplement. As…
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From R250 Curlers To High-Tech Splurges: The 13 Hair Tools The WH Team Swears By
Read More: From R250 Curlers To High-Tech Splurges: The 13 Hair Tools The WH Team Swears ByBetween the WH team, we’ve tried just about every “viral” hair gadget on the market – from the high-tech, air-powered splurges to the budget-friendly classics that have lived in our bathroom cabinets since university. But if you’ve ever stood in a beauty aisle – or scrolled through an endless online sale – pondering which of…
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Prime Day Is The Busy-Woman Supplement We’ve Been Waiting For
Read More: Prime Day Is The Busy-Woman Supplement We’ve Been Waiting ForLet’s get real for a second. Yes, in an ideal world, you would be getting all your vitamins and minerals from wholesome, balanced meals, your energy from long, deep sleeps and optimal hydration from a disciplined water habit. But this is 2026 and the hustle has no chill. That’s why supps are your friend. The…
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80% Stress Reduction in Seconds – What EMF Is Doing to Your Brain and How Quantum Upgrade Is Fixing It with Philipp von Holtzendorff-Fehling
Read More: 80% Stress Reduction in Seconds – What EMF Is Doing to Your Brain and How Quantum Upgrade Is Fixing It with Philipp von Holtzendorff-FehlingHave you ever felt something shift in your body that you simply cannot explain with logic? You made no changes to your diet or exercise routine, yet something felt different. Better. Lighter. What if that unexplained shift had everything to do with energy fields you have never even considered? I know how that sounds. Trust…
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3 Homemade Gourmet Burger Recipes That’ll Change Your Life
Read More: 3 Homemade Gourmet Burger Recipes That’ll Change Your LifeIt’s not hard to see how the humble hamburger became everybody’s ultimate comfort food. With minimal effort (and ingredients), you can cook a patty that’s immeasurably better than drive-through fare. Try one of these homemade gourmet burgers this weekend. Print Salmon Burger With Grilled Romaine Heart And Lemon Yoghurt Sauce A high-protein salmon burger with…
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This 13-Move Resistance Band Arm Workout Is The Ultimate Upper-Body Sculptor
Read More: This 13-Move Resistance Band Arm Workout Is The Ultimate Upper-Body SculptorAre your dumbbell exercises getting stale? Good news: you can totally strengthen and sculpt your arms without them. All you really need is a resistance band or two. Oh and the top exercises to create an effective resistance band arm workout, of course! Gains For Every Level It’s true. Resistance bands can get your muscles firing just about as well as…
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The High-Protein Shake That Helps Keep You Fuller For Longer
Read More: The High-Protein Shake That Helps Keep You Fuller For LongerThis is the shake our team couldn’t stop making this summer. Simple, refreshing and, honestly, a little addictive. It quickly became our go-to when we wanted something easy that still felt like a treat. The best part? It’s made with just three ingredients. No complicated prep, no long list of extras. And thanks to Replace®…
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10 Intermittent Fasting Side Effects That Might Mean It’s Not A Great Fit For You
Read More: 10 Intermittent Fasting Side Effects That Might Mean It’s Not A Great Fit For YouMany diet trends have come and go, but intermittent fasting (IF) seems to be here to stay. That’s not only because many people have found success with weight loss through IF but also due to the many health benefits it’s been linked to, from less inflammation to better concentration. Before you jump in, though, there are intermittent…
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The Holiday That Lets You Move, Reset And Recharge
Read More: The Holiday That Lets You Move, Reset And RechargeFor many of us, the perfect holiday is about more than just switching off. It’s about movement, fresh air, time with the people we love and the chance to reset body and mind. Imagine waking up to the sound of the ocean, starting your morning with yoga overlooking the Indian Ocean, trying surfing for the…
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Doctors Told Me There Was Nothing They Could Do for My Chronic Pain. They Were Wrong.
Read More: Doctors Told Me There Was Nothing They Could Do for My Chronic Pain. They Were Wrong.As told to Nicole Audrey Spector It was a chaotic time. I was 45-years-old and working full-time with two kids — one in high school and the other in elementary school. And being the pastor’s wife also had its demands. Both of my sons have hemophilia, a rare bleeding disorder. My youngest was in and…
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The Silent Thief: Why Your Bones Are Collapsing Without You Knowing It with Dr. Doug Lucas
Read More: The Silent Thief: Why Your Bones Are Collapsing Without You Knowing It with Dr. Doug LucasWe talk a lot about hormones. We talk about metabolism, weight, sleep, energy, and mood. But there is a silent process happening inside the body of almost every midlife woman that rarely gets the attention it deserves until something shatters. One in two women over the age of 50 will break a bone due to…
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Biosimilars and Osteoporosis
Read More: Biosimilars and OsteoporosisAbout 10 million people in the United States have osteoporosis, a disease that causes weak and brittle bones — and more than 4 out of 5 of them are women. Roughly half of all women with osteoporosis over the age of 50 will break a bone because of the disease. A type of medicine called…
