So, it’s started. You’re experiencing hot flashes, you’re tired all the time, your breasts are tender and you’ve likely felt at least one of several other uncomfortable symptoms, including decreased libido, irregular periods, urine leakage, and vaginal dryness. It’s called perimenopause and it’s the precursor […]
Breast cancer survivor and director of the St. Joseph’s Cancer Institute in Stockton, Charlene Smith uses her personal journey with breast cancer to transform cancer treatment. Charlene Smith, 58, was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 31. She underwent a mastectomy, radiation, and chemotherapy to […]
UOP mobile Medicare clinics help beneficiaries save thousands This fall, University of the Pacific (UOP) will host 14 free mobile clinics throughout the Central Valley and Northern California to assist Medicare beneficiaries with making informed decisions about their Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Beneficiaries […]
Fat grafting grants our wishes Almost every woman on the planet has, at one time, wished for magic powers that allow her to move fat from unwanted, to desired, areas. No need for a genie in a bottle, as Fat Grafting and Fat Transfer easily […]
Your heart works hard to keep you in top form. It feeds oxygen-enriched blood and circulates nutrients throughout your body, maintaining balance beat by beat, to ensure you live a long and healthy life. But there are problems that sometimes plague the heart, and it’s […]
Hearing loss is a complicated ailment. Not only do sufferers lose part, or all, of their hearing ability, it can lead to depression, anxiety, and paranoia. Those who struggle to hear are also more likely to turn down invitations for social outings unless they have […]
It’s never too early to start saving for retirement. In fact, you should really start putting money away when you earn your first paycheck. For too many, this isn’t the case. A series of surveys have suggested that Americans aren’t being diligent about their retirement […]
How Pilates can reduce pain and create balance Do frequent aches and pains often derail your weekend plans? Have you started to blame your mattress for poor sleep and achy shoulders? There could be a cure that won’t cost a pretty penny, and it’s simple […]
Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and more than 5 million Americans are living with it. While research is not yet conclusive, certain lifestyle choices, such as exercise and diet, may help support brain health and prevent Alzheimer’s. 1. Exercise […]
The mouth is the window to your health. It is impossible to be truly healthy if your mouth is not. This is why it’s so important to go to an emergency dentist if you knock out a tooth or have toothache — these issues will […]
Sure, we get fitted for bras and dutifully replace them once every few years, but that’s about as far as most breast care goes. There is a taboo in today’s modern society: a woman’s breasts are for the bedroom and babies. This stigma has created […]
Whether it’s baby names or must-have gear, the way we parent is constantly changing. There’s always a new gadget on the market to make pregnancy, birthing, breastfeeding, and child rearing just a little bit easier, and thanks to the constantly evolving tech and medical fields, […]
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