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septembre 7, 2023Like
Did Your Friend Ghost You? 5 Ways to Get Over a Friend Ghosting You
Imagine this; you’re scrolling through your phone, looking at the memories you created with your friend, so you decide to give them a call or shoot them a quick text to catch up, and then… *crickets*. No response. No callbacks. No text backs. Ever happen? Yes? Well then, my friend, you’ve been ghosted. Yes, ghosting is not just a term that applies to relationships but can be associated with friendships too. I, too, have gone through a similar experience, and calmsage
septembre 6, 2023Like
7 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for A Pandemic-Era Cold & Flu Season
This year’s cold and flu season comes at a time where we’re already preoccupied with our health, thanks to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID numbers are starting to tick up as fall approaches, which has many of us reaching for our masks again and wondering just what we should be doing to keep ourselves safe and healthy this year. That’s especially true if you have or work with kids, because respiratory syncytial virus, aka RSV, is also shek
septembre 6, 2023Like
What Causes VMS? Your Hormones May Play a Larger Role Than You Think
Vasomotor symptoms, otherwise known as VMS due to menopause, are characterized as hot flashes and/or night sweats that can impact many aspects of your life such as sleep, ability to focus, and personal relationships. These symptoms can range from mild, to moderate to severe, and can last longer than 10 years in some women. If you or someone you know has experienced VMS, then you know how debilitating it can be. Fortunately, there are treatments that can help, but in order to shek
septembre 6, 2023Like
The Best Hair Growth Products to Combat Hair Loss & Nourish Your Strands
One of the worst hair care-related feelings is blow drying or brushing out your hair and seeing it begin to shed either all over the brush or all over the floor (I’ve definitely been there). Age-related hair loss is ubiquitous among men, but women can also experience hair loss and slow hair growth for a variety of reasons: some of them related to age, and others related to hormonal changes. Beyond hormonal hair changes, stress can be a factor in shek
septembre 6, 2023Like
Why Are Your Toes Curling Down?
If you’re wondering why your toes are curling down, you can probably blame your shoes (we’re talking to you, high-heeled-loving ladies). Wearing shoes that don’t fit well is a common cause of toe curling, but toe curling can also be a sign of some other serious medical conditions. So, if your toes are curling, it’s important to figure out why. Without proper treatment, you can have pain when you walk, and your toes can permanently stay curled under. Here’s more Healthy
septembre 6, 2023Like
The HCD 10: Virginia Prendergast, Clinician
Virginia Prendergast, PhD, NP-C, FAAN, CNRN, director, advanced practice nursing – neuroscience, Barrow Neurological Institute, Dignity Health (Phoenix) Over the Past 40 years at the Barrow Neurological Institute at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Virginia Prendergast has used her roles in neuroscience nursing education, research, and neurosurgical patient care to advocate for better workplace design and support for nurses. Beginning her career as a staff nurse in the neurosurgical ICU, she quickly advanced into roles in leadership, healthcare
septembre 6, 2023Like
Rady Children’s Breaks Ground on $1B Expansion In San Diego
Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego broke ground on a 500,000-square-foot intensive care unit (ICU) and emergency services pavilion as part of a master plan to expand its campus. The seven-story, $1 billion project will house 140 ICU beds and four operating rooms, double the size of the emergency department from 46 rooms to 86, and expand treatment space for behavioral health services. A café, kitchen, and rooftop helipad are also planned. The project will include demolishing part of an healthcare
septembre 6, 2023Like
Moral perfectionism – What is It and how it stops us from being successful
For most people, perfectionism is the way of living; it is the positive quality one must have. But when obsessed with perfectionism and constantly setting high standards for themselves and others, doing more harm than good is definite. When the goals, morals, or ideals you have set are unachieved, you feel inadequate, anxious, frustrated, and unworthy. This not only affects self-esteem and confidence but also ruins relationships. If you can relate to this or anyone you know who exhibits such calmsage
septembre 6, 2023Like
6 Ways To Support A Partner Who’s Undergoing Therapy
If your partner has finally decided to seek therapy, high-five! You and your partner made a great decision. It takes a lot to choose therapy, be in therapy, and reflect on the lessons taught by the therapist. If you want to support your partner throughout the process, it is really important to learn how to support them particularly especially when you are not familiar with the processes of therapy. You don’t have to cheer them up after every session or calmsage
septembre 5, 2023Like
Vick’s VapoRub Helps Anxiety, According to TikTok — Here’s What Experts Say
TikTok is full of health hacks, but you might scroll for a long time before you find one that actually works for you — and that health professionals can sign off on. So when I saw an anxiety-busting TikTok hack that involved Vick’s VapoRub, of all things, I was a bit skeptical, but also intrigued. How exactly could an ointment designed to relieve cold symptoms like cough and congestion help with symptoms of anxiety, and what do mental health experts shek
septembre 5, 2023Like
Psychologist Joy Harden Bradford on the Power of Black Women’s Friendships
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. I created Therapy for Black Girls in 2014 after watching “Black Girls Rock!” on BET. The energy from just watching from my living room was palpable. I thought it would be really cool to be able to create something with that same kind of energy for Black women related to mental health. I started it as a place where shek
septembre 5, 2023Like
Wondering What a Menstrual Cup Is and How You Use One?
Did you know disposable tampons and pads aren’t the only period products out there? There’s another, more environmentally friendly option available that you may have heard of but don’t know much about. Menstrual cups. Are you curious about what they are and how they work? Here’s what you need to know if you’re thinking about making the switch to a menstrual cup. What is a menstrual cup and why try one? Menstrual cups are small, flexible, non-toxic and non-allergenic cup-shaped Healthy