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Amber Mike thought the worst was behind her. Then a colonoscopy changed everything. CLOCK: Amber Mike at Essence Fest — Behind the Diagnosis Full Interview HERE When Amber Mike went in for a myomectomy, she was thinking about recovery, rest and getting back to her life. What he wasn’t thinking about was cancer. But a month after her procedure, an unexpected symptom set her on a path that would change everything. What followed was 12 rounds of chemotherapy, 3 rounds of radiation and 2 major surgeries — and a delivery lesson this systems thinker didn’t see coming. 3rd The number…
Laser aftercare is more important than many people realize because how you treat your skin after a procedure can affect your healing, comfort, and final results. Laser treatments can help with texture, scarring, discoloration, redness, and signs of aging. But they also leave your skin temporarily injured on purpose. This controlled injury is what prompts the skin to renew itself. It also means that your skin’s barrier will be weaker for a while, which leaves your skin vulnerable to irritation, infection, extra redness and pigmentation issues if not treated carefully after treatment. The risk is that you will spend good…
Looking for healthy egg dishes that you can make any time of the day? This collection shares nutritious egg recipes, easy breakfast ideas, meal prep options, and why eggs are one of the healthiest products to keep in your kitchen. Spring is here! Everything is chicks and eggs, which prompted me to make a compilation of my egg recipes. Eggs are one of those ingredients that I almost always have in the fridge. They’re affordable, incredibly versatile, and one of the easiest foods to cook when you need a quick meal. Whether I’m making a simple breakfast omelet, adding protein…
Deciding whether to add a trampoline to your garden can be difficult, especially if you’ve never bought one before. Conflicting and contradictory information online doesn’t help, leaving you confused and frustrated, not sure where to turn. That’s where we come in to save the day! We know how difficult it can be to decide whether to add a trampoline to your garden, so we’ve put together 7 pros and cons to help you narrow down your options and determine if a backyard trampoline is the right choice for your family. 4 Benefits of Owning a Backyard Trampoline Owning a…
A major genetic study has uncovered a surprisingly common recessive cause of a neurodevelopmental disorder, revealing how hidden changes in a small RNA gene can disrupt brain development and opening new avenues for diagnosis and family counseling. Study: Biallelic variants in RNU2-2 cause the most common known recessive neurodevelopmental disorder. Image credit: Lightspring / Shutterstock In a recent study published in Genetics of Naturea group of researchers identified and characterized recessive neurodevelopmental disorders caused by biallelic variants in the RNU2-2 gene and investigated their clinical and molecular features. Background Neurodevelopmental disorders affect millions of children worldwide, often leading to lifelong…
When we talk about the disruption caused by erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment, we often see it in a very one-dimensional way. A man usually believes he is “less than” because he cannot achieve or maintain an erection for intercourse or other sexual activity. It can be embarrassing, leaving him feeling powerless. This sense of inadequacy is one of the reasons this condition is historically referred to as “impotence.” However, while there are treatments available for erectile dysfunction, the exact measure of success goes beyond simply achieving an erection. Ultimately, satisfaction with ED treatment revolves around a man’s willingness and desire…
Pregnancy changes a lot for your body, especially in the last few months. You may notice many new feelings as your body prepares for labor. Many moms-to-be worry about numb feet in the third trimester. You may feel a slight tingling, short-term numbness, or a “pins and needles” sensation moving down your legs and feet. These symptoms may seem scary, but they are usually not dangerous and are just a normal part of how the body changes. But knowing why tingling feet occurs during pregnancy and how to treat it can help moms-to-be feel better in the final weeks of…
The flu shot could significantly reduce the risk of flu-related heart attack and stroke even among people who become infected after getting the shot, according to research just published in Eurosurveillance. Influenza infection increases the short-term risk of cardiovascular disease, and existing evidence has shown that the vaccine reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke by preventing the infection in the first place. Croci et al.’s study, which included 1,221 adults aged 40 and over in Denmark, looked at how much the risk increased after infection and whether the vaccine could reduce this additional risk, even if people had…
Strength training over 50 is one of the most powerful ways to improve your quality of life, maintain your independence and boost your overall health. A well designed dumbbell strength training program for the over 50’s it’s highly effective because it’s accessible, joint-friendly, and highly adaptable for all fitness levels. Whether you’re just starting out or returning to fitness after years away, dumbbells provide a safe and effective way to build muscle, improve balance and enhance mobility. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know to create and follow a dumbbell strength training program for the…
Retinol has had quite a career. For years it’s been the ingredient recommended by beauty editors, dermatologists, and skincare obsessives whenever someone asks the eternal question:What really works?” Fine lines? Retinol. Uneven texture? Retinol. Dullness, congestion, loss of firmness? Still retinol. At this point it has achieved something close to a folklore skincare regime – the ingredient that reliably continues to improve skin while everything else comes and goes. But as science advances, both skin care and dermatologists and manufacturers have turned their attention since then. retina. Not because the retinol suddenly stopped working. But because the retina is essentially…