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Early detection of any cancer can mean better outcomes
While the end of October brings National Breast Cancer Awareness month to a close, it is always time to encourage everyone to remain focused on their health and wellness. Salute to all the strong survivors, families and friends affected by breast cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), breast cancer remains […]
Historical Society launches new interactive aid for people with dementia
The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) in September launched the U.S. version of the “House of Memories” — a dementia awareness program developed in the United Kingdom for people caring for people with dementia.
Tinnitus: common, constant, incurable — but very manageable
Tinnitus is a fairly common medical malady that afflicts many people in mild forms, although they may not always be aware of it.
Beyond October and wearing pink: What kind of support do breast cancer patients want?
In our study, we looked at how women experienced support during breast cancer treatment. We chose to focus on African American women because they are more likely to die from breast cancer than all other women in the U.S.
Three main steps to becoming a ‘Jegna’
The term “Jegna” is a translation from the ancient kingdom of Abyssinia. In African culture, Jegna is a title of distinction. Translated into English, it can mean several things: hero, warrior, soldier, courage, strength and protection of our culture, land and people or elder.
Why is it fun to be frightened?
Together our findings suggest that going through an extreme haunted attraction provides gains similar to choosing to run a 5K race or tackling a difficult climbing wall. There’s a sense of uncertainty, physical exertion, a challenge to push yourself – and eventually achievement when it’s over and done with.
Everything you need to know about acute flaccid myelitis
The weakening of the legs can cause extreme difficulty walking and even paralysis. As a result, the condition is very similar, clinically, to polio.
Cutting one’s skin is a cry for attention and help
Self-harm, such as cutting, occurs much more often than people would expect.
Gluten sensitivity ‘epidemic’ has many causes
Dr. Kenneth Davin Fine, a gastroenterologist, brought gluten sensitivity to the public consciousness more than 20 years ago. He says during those early years, gluten-sensitive patients usually experienced significant improvement in their health on a ‘gluten-free diet,’ but his patients have told him in recent years they have seen fewer improvements.