High Cholesterol: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
A diagnosis of “high cholesterol” means you have too much LDL cholesterol in your bloodstream. Cholesterol is a fat-like substance produced by the liver which contributes to…
How Improving Cardiovascular and Lung Health Changes Your Life
When you improve your cardiovascular health, strengthen your lungs and get in better shape, you’ll change your life for the better. Not everyone who has poor cardiovascular…
How Breast Cancer Affects Mental Health (As Told By Breast Cancer Survivors)
Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re going to explain how breast cancer affects mental health. It’s important to be emotionally prepared for the many ways…
If I’m Vaccinated, Do I Still Need Regular Covid Tests?
Why should you still do regular Covid tests even if you’re vaccinated? There are a number of reasons, which we’ll get into in this article. Covid has…
Understanding the Fear of Recurrence In Breast Cancer Survivors
Sometimes, only a survivor can properly explain the fear of recurrence in breast cancer survivors. Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we thought we’d share some…
How To Inform Your Loved Ones About Your Breast Cancer Diagnosis
One of the most difficult aspects of coping with a breast cancer diagnosis is sharing the heartbreaking news with the people you love. Informing family and friends…
Benefits of Knowing Your Cancer and Disease Risk
Understanding your cancer and disease risk is important to help motivate you to live a healthier lifestyle. You probably know that smoking increases your chances of developing…
Real Talk About the Stages of Breast Cancer
Spreading awareness about the stages of breast cancer is important because if you find out a loved one has been diagnosed with breast cancer, the stage they…
Can Low-Fat Diets Reduce Your Breast Cancer Risk?
Could the food you eat make a difference when it comes to your risk of getting cancer? Plenty of research suggests that it can. Breast cancer is…
Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects: An Overview
Breast cancer treatment side effects can be truly awful, which is why it’s important to prepare yourself. Whether you or someone you care for is facing breast…
Can Men Get Breast Cancer? The Truth about Male Breast Cancer
Can men get breast cancer? This is a common question coming up during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also known as ‘Pink October’. Men do have breast tissue,…
Signs You’re An Introvert
What are the signs you’re an introvert? It’s not just about being shy or keeping to yourself. Introversion is a personality trait that is complex and often…