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  • Have You Had Bariatric Surgery? Here’s How To Avoid New Addictions

    Weight loss surgery not only helps you drop pounds, it also stops you from overeating, which for many people is an addiction. But some bariatric patients transfer their food addiction to something else – like gambling, having sex, drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes or popping pills.

  • How To Heal from a C-Section

    Taking care of a newborn can feel overwhelming, and if you had your baby via C-section, it can be even harder as you try to heal. Knowing what to expect can help in your first days and weeks of being a mother.

  • How Nerves Recover After Trauma

    Nerves are essentially an elaborate messenger system, triggering your muscles to move. First, your brain allocates a task, and the nerves communicate with every muscle needed to complete it. Each movement is complicated, requiring dozens if not hundreds of messages sent throughout the body.

  • 6 Things You Should Know About Cancer

    Cancer. It’s scary to think about. Most of us know someone who has battled the disease or even died of it.

  • Hot Flashes and Mood Swings? It Might Be Perimenopause

    If you’re having hot flashes, trouble sleeping or mood swings, you might think you’re starting menopause. But it’s probably the precursor – perimenopause -- which can last a few months or a few years.

  • Overcoming Stroke Obstacles with Occupational Therapy

    You might hear the term “occupational therapy” and assume it has something to do with helping people with physical issues that affect their ability to work.

  • Wait, My Vagina Can Rip?

    If you’ve gone through menopause and now intercourse hurts, or your vaginal region itches, you’re not alone. In extreme situations, your vaginal wall can actually rip and possibly lead to infection.

  • Can a Vasectomy Be Reversed?

    Vasectomies are a highly effective form of birth control, but what happens if you change your mind and decide you want to become a father? 

  • Surprising Ways To Lower Your Dementia Risk

    You might be surprised to learn that dementia usually isn’t directly caused by genetics. The likelihood of developing dementia depends on multiple factors such as age, past medical history, lifestyle, and genes – and that there are things you can do to help lower your risk.

  • Can't Find Baby Formula? Here Are Some Tips

    With the nationwide infant formula shortage, it’s stressful not knowing where your baby’s meals will come from. But don’t panic. There are options to find formula. Here’s what you can do.