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For a gland the size of a golf ball, the prostate certainly causes a lot of trouble, and treatment can be life-threatening. That’s why this site has so much “patron forward” content. But guess what? There are other parts of the body to think about proactively! Don’t forget the rest of your body! That means you still have to think screening for other cancers, such as colon cancer and skin cancer. You still need regular checkups for blood cholesterol, liver function, kidney function and diabetes – the lab tests doctors usually order in a routine annual physical. You need someone…

Now, we fully understand that the words Membranous Dysmenorrhea seem more than a little scary. That’s because they totally are, and when you learn what they describe, you’ll understand why. Full disclosure here, gang, this condition, also known as Decidual cast, or even Endometrial cast, could be considered a bit on the graphic side. So what are we talking about? Let’s dive in… What are we talking about? The name Membranous dysmenorrhea, until very recently, was something many of us at Hormona Towers had never heard of. And thanks to our amazing community it was brought to our attention —…

The sun rises earlier and sets later every day. And when that giant yellow orb of sky peeks out from behind the clouds, we can’t help it: we want to be outside to feel the sun! It’s an almost primal urge. And yet, as Northeast Ohio’s premiere dermatology practice, you know what we’re going to say next: don’t forget apply sunscreen because literally anyone can get skin cancer. No, it’s not a fun topic, but awareness and vigilance can save your life! The skin cancer statistics is severe: One in five people will develop some form of skin cancer before…

A new article published in May at British Journal of Sports Medicine by experts from Spaulding Rehabilitation, Boston University, the Mayo Clinic and the Concussion Legacy Foundation, argues that the term “subconcussion” is a dangerous misnomer that should be retired. The authors call on the medical community and the media to replace the term with more specific terms so the public can better understand the risks of brain injuries and promote effective efforts to prevent chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The public has been led to believe through media coverage and movies that concussions only cause CTE. But the research…

Losing weight after 40 is often considered more difficult compared to losing weight at a younger age. This perception is influenced by biological, lifestyle and psychological factors that change as individuals age. This analysis will explore these changes, discuss the main reasons why weight loss may be perceived as more difficult after 40, and provide insights into strategies that can help overcome these challenges. The analysis will be divided into several sections to fully cover the topic.Biological FactorsAs individuals age, various biological changes occur that can significantly affect the ability to lose weight. The most obvious of these changes include…

This is part two of a two-part series on prebiotics and probiotics for gut health. In this article, we’ll take a look at how the microbiome works, what probiotics are, how to incorporate them, and how they improve the gut microbiome.On the surface, the idea of ​​living organisms in our food and even in our bodies may sound like nightmares. But most of us are now familiar with the benefits of probiotics as part of our diet and possibly in supplements.You may not always think of probiotics as living things, but we need to support their growth and population as…

On May 6, 2024, SRHM, in collaboration with the Global Health Justice Partnership (GHJP) of the Yale Law and Public Health Schools, held a webinar on “What Oral Contraceptives Have to Do with Human Rights Violations in Sports ?” This webinar comes at a critical time, days before the Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights is scheduled to hear double Olympic runner Caster Semenya’s complaint on May 15, 2024, against regulations introduced by World Athletics in 2018, the which require some female athletes to suppress their natural testosterone levels, often by taking oral contraceptive pills.…

*This list of Mother’s Day gift ideas may contain referral links to products we love and all opinions are our own. Blogilates.com earns a small commission from these links at no additional cost to you. Moms are real life superheroes. They always do the most for everyone else, asking nothing in return. So… how do you shop for the person who deserves the most, but wants nothing?! If you’re starting to panic as you shop for Mother’s Day, take a breath. I have got you! Gifting is my love language, so I’ve put together a list of gifts for mom…

The National Basketball Association (NBA), the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) and the Next Gen Basketball Players Union (NBGPU) in partnership with GE HealthCare and MedStar Health today announced the completion of the data collection phase of a longitudinal NBA pilot study G League Players. The research study was designed to collect data that could help promote player health and wellness and reduce injuries. The largest assessment of training and game load on athletic performance over a full professional basketball season, the study tracked the musculoskeletal and joint health of NBA G League players from four teams during the 2023-24…

Have you ever wondered “What is refined shea butter?” and what is the difference between Refined and Unrefined? You’ve come to the right place! To fully answer, I will first cover what these butters are and how they are made. What is shea butter? Shea Butter is extracted from the nuts of the Shea Tree (Vitellaria Paradoxa) in many African countries. The Shea tree is nicknamed the “Tree of Life” for its ability to help with many skin, hair and health conditions. Once extracted, there are several methods of preparation for use. Depending on how it is made is what…