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Don’t you hate that dry skin and wrinkles around the mouth? Why is this happening anyway? As we age, our skin naturally changes. For many of us, these changes appear most noticeably around the mouth. Wrinkles, dryness and sagging can make this delicate area look older than we’d like. This is a common struggle, and while you can’t turn back the clock, you can make some changes in your daily routine to slow the change and help this area look and feel better. Dry skin and wrinkles around the mouth: Why it happens The skin around the mouth is naturally…
Written by Amruta Bavadekar, M. Sivakami As the global community celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (1995), which marked a pivotal moment in advancing women’s rights worldwide, the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) ( November 25 – December 10) serves as a reminder of the persistent challenges women face in achieving of equality and justice. The 2024 theme, #NoExcuse, calls for a firm stand against all forms of violence and accountability for perpetrators (UN Women, 2024). However, obstetric violence (OBV) a form of maltreatment during childbirth remains largely…
Three clinical trials led by researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have demonstrated significant positive results from new triple therapies in the treatment of relapsed or refractory and newly diagnosed leukemias. The results were presented at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) 66th Annual Meeting and Exposition. More information on all of MD Anderson’s ASH Annual Meeting content can be found at MDAnderson.org/ASH. Study demonstrates robust overall responses with triple regimen including novel menin inhibitor (Abstract 216) Combining the menin inhibitor, revumenib, with the hypomethylating agent, ASTX727, and venetoclax achieved an overall response rate of 82%…
Meet Analise. Analise has a full life: a loving family, supportive friends, a meaningful career, financial stability, and optimistic plans for the future. However, this year, as the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter, Analise finds herself tired, craving sweets, and feeling dread. For Analise, the changes in her mood come as a surprise. Initially, Analise attributes her feelings to stressors in her life—having an energetic toddler, increased pressure at work, less time for sleep or exercise, and new family expectations around a holiday gathering. She copes by pushing herself through social events, relying on several glasses of…
0 flares Filament.io Made with Flare More Information”> 0 flares x Photo by Felicia Buitenwerf on Unsplash I hosted a podcast called Health Matters where I interviewed leading health experts. Renee Wiggins, RDN. LD. has coached, trained and changed lives in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years. She strongly believes in and encourages an authentic, healthy lifestyle. Renee specializes in designing customized lifestyle programs that are tailored to clients’ needs, goals and habits. What are affirmations? “Affirmations, sayings, are words that will help you get through the day. “When…
The World Health Organization (WHO) drew attention in May to a sharp increase in the number of sexually transmitted infections (STDs) in many parts of the worldwith more than one million new cases being recorded daily. The problem has been deemed particularly acute in the US, which has one of the highest prevalences of STDs in the developed world. Since 2000, chlamydia cases have doubled and gonorrhea cases have increased by 40% in the same time period. Most amazingly, syphilis cases increased by 400%. These incidents were largely recorded among young people aged 20 to 34. The rise of dating…
Are you pregnant and wondering if it is safe to pump iron during your pregnancy? In this post, we’ll explore the dos and don’ts weight lifting during pregnancyand provide you with expert advice on how to modify your exercise routine to ensure a healthy and safe pregnancy. From his understanding benefits of exercise during pregnancy to learn how to listen to your body and avoid potential dangers, we’ve got you covered. I’ve included a great workout video below that you can do right now. Is it safe to lift weights during pregnancy? As mothers-to-be, we’re often bombarded with dos and…
A little of what you love is good for you… unless it’s a fizzy drink. Scientists studying the effect of sugar on heart disease risk have found that eating too much added sugar increases the risk of stroke or aneurysm, but eating a few treats is associated with a lower risk of heart disease. Meanwhile, drinking sugary drinks increases the risk of stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation. “The most striking finding from our study is the divergent relationship between different sources of added sugar and CVD risk,” said Suzanne Janzi, PhD candidate at Lund University and corresponding author of…
Mothers and pregnant women suffer high levels of mental health problems in South Africa About one in three women in the country have experience depression and/or worry during pregnancy and the postpartum period up to one year after delivery. For the first time, maternal mental health is now officially recognized in the country’s official plan for all matters related to pregnancy. The fifth edition of Comprehensive Maternal and Perinatal Care Guidelines for South Africareleased by the health department in October 2024, now includes a chapter on mental health. Doctors, nurses and midwives will now be able to assess for mental…
Reading: 5 minutes How has your skin been feeling lately? Tight and dry? More sensitive than usual? Did this new product seem to make you break out? If these signs are on your mind, then there is a possibility that your skin’s protective barrier is damaged. But don’t worry – there is a simple solution. First, we share everything you need to know about your skin barrierincluding how this natural shield protects your skin from everyday aggressors. Then learn how to restore your skin’s barrier and keep your skin in tip-top shape, whatever the reason or season. What is the…