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décembre 4, 2024Like
Women and COPD
Retired paralegal Patti Todd was devastated to learn she had COPD when she was in her 40s. She’d been living for years with asthma, but hearing she had COPD was a blow. She was afraid the diagnosis would affect her active lifestyle. “But the doctor explained, the less you do, the less you’re going to want to do,” she said. “Do as much as you can to push yourself. Don’t just do the stuff you’re comfortable with.” So Todd got Healthy
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Libertad para respirar: Disparidades y la EPOC
English Casi 16 millones de estadounidenses viven con algún diagnóstico de enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica, o EPOC. Millones más ni siquiera saben que la tienen. COPD Foundation, una organización sin fines de lucro que promueve la investigación, defensa de derechos y concientización para luchar contra la EPOC y condiciones similares, estima que el número de estadounidenses que padecen EPOC llega a los 30 millones y algunos de ellos tienen diagnósticos erróneos de otras condiciones respiratorias (tal como el asma). Las Healthy
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True or False: Urothelial Bladder Cancer
The American Cancer Society estimates that over 20,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with urothelial bladder cancer (UBC), also known as bladder cancer, in 2024. Learning about symptoms and what groups are most affected can help you take steps toward prevention. Take our quick quiz to test your knowledge of UBC and ways to decrease your risk. 1. Women are at higher risk of developing urothelial bladder cancer. True False Correct Incorrect false. Often referred to as Healthy
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Las mujeres y la EPOC
English La asistente jurídica retirada Patti Todd se sintió devastada cuando se enteró que tenía EPOC unos años después de cumplir 40 años. Vivió durante años con asma, pero escuchar que tenía EPOC fue un golpe fuerte. Temía que su diagnóstico afecte su estilo de vida activo. « Pero la doctora explicó, entre menos actividades tengas, menos desearás hacerlas », dijo. « Trata de esforzarte lo más posible. No solo hagas cosas con las que te sientas cómoda ». Consecuentemente, Todd compró un monitor Healthy
décembre 4, 2024Like
Reaction Formation In Psychology – What is It And How To Recognize It
In psychology, reaction formation is considered a defense mechanism in which you wish to do something or say something but end up saying or doing the opposite. Often, this reaction is born out of an unwanted anxiety-inducing impulse. For example, a mother with an unwanted kid may become overprotective to convince herself and the kid that she can be a good mother. Confused? Well, this is what reaction formation does, and we discuss it. How was the concept of reaction calmsage
décembre 3, 2024Like
Should You Make Your Own Skincare Products?
Apple pie. Chocolate chip cookies. Spaghetti sauce. All of these things become instantly more attractive when you add the word “homemade.” But what about face lotion, masks and toners? Homemade skincare products have been gaining popularity online as less expensive and more natural alternatives to store-bought creams. A quick search for DIY skincare turns up hundreds of different recipes and videos on how to mix your own moisturizers, serums and even sunscreen. But when it comes to your skin — Healthy
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Do You Reach For High Fat Foods When You’re Stressed?
A new study published in PubMed looked at how cocoa flavanols rescue stress-induced declines in endothelial function after a high-fat meal, but do not affect cerebral oxygenation during stress in young, healthy adults. “We know that when people are stressed, they tend to gravitate towards high-fat foods,” study author Dr. Catarina Rendeiro told us. “We have previously shown that fatty food can impair the body’s vascular recovery from stress. In this study, we wanted to see if adding a high-flavanol theravive
décembre 3, 2024Like
Social Anxiety vs. General Anxiety – How do they differ
In older times, talking about mental health was stigmatized. People used to fear talking about it. However, with changing times, things are different. These days, people openly discuss and talk about mental health issues like social anxiety, general anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and others. Yet, everyone commits one common mistake. They use terms like social anxiety and general anxiety, depression, and sadness interchangeably because of similar symptoms. If you also do the same, it’s time you understand that social anxiety disorder calmsage
décembre 2, 2024Like
HIV Testing: Knowing Your Status Can Save Your Life
Medically reviewed by Jeffrey Kwong, DNP, MPH, AGPCNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN This resource was created with support from Merck. + Video transcript Video/Image Voiceover/Audio HIV Testing Knowing your status can save your life Sun comes up, a woman stretches and hops out of bed, goes through a morning routine Narrator: Did you know that anyone who has sex without a condom is at risk of getting HIV? And you may not even know you have it because you may not have Healthy
décembre 2, 2024Like
Daily Dose: Facts & Myths About Hormonal IUDs
Intrauterine devices — or IUDs — are small, T-shaped devices that are inserted into your uterus to prevent pregnancy and in some cases, can also reduce heavy bleeding. In this video, we hear from a healthcare provider on some myths and misconceptions about this form of birth control. We also explore the #1 prescribed IUD in the U.S.*, Mirena® (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system) 52 mg. Mirena is a hormone-releasing IUD that prevents pregnancy for up to 8 years. Mirena also treats heavy shek
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Cómo recuperar la intimidad cuando tu pareja tiene cáncer de vejiga
English Vivir con cáncer de vejiga no solo es difícil para el paciente. También cambia la vida de su pareja, persona que frecuentemente se convierte en su cuidador. Asumir la función de cuidador puede sentirse como un trabajo a tiempo completo, algo agotador que cambia la dinámica con tu pareja, incluso después de la recuperación. Pero identificar un proceso para recobrar la intimidad es importante para la salud de tu relación y para tu felicidad. El cáncer de vejiga y Healthy
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Were You Raised by A Narcissist? Here’s What You Need to Know
Are you one of those children who has felt in childhood that your mother’s love has some conditions attached to it? Even if you are doing the right thing, then also your mother’s complaints were bothering you because every time she would expect something more from you. Have you ever wondered that your mother’s behavior was abnormal? If yes, then you have surely dealt with a narcissist mother. In this blog we will understand what narcissist mothers are, and why calmsage