How to Cope With 2020 Burnout
On a recent Houseparty call with my three best friends, I burst into tears. “I’m stressed about everything,” I sobbed, surprising myself. “I think I’m...
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The Breast Cancer Burden for Black Women
Twelve years ago, Maiya Hayes discovered a suspicious mass in her breast during a self-exam. She quickly made an appointment with her gynecologist, who helped...
Fast Facts About Multiple Sclerosis
Nearly 1 million people in the United States are living with multiple sclerosis, yet this complex condition isn’t widely understood. What Is Multiple Sclerosis? Most...
I Thought My Heavy Bleeding Was Normal — Until It Almost Killed Me
As told to Diana Whitney About five years ago, my period changed drastically. I started having heavy bleeding, so heavy I had to change my...
When Cancer Leads to Early Menopause
From the Desk of Christine Verini Menopause is a traditional marker of midlife, a natural process most women experience during their 50s. Some women welcome...
Golden Rules to Achieve Your Goals
People often ask me how I consistently achieve my goals. One way that I suggest to them is to set a deadline for the goal....
Why ‘Namaste’ Has Become the Perfect Pandemic Greeting
By Jeremy David Engels, Pennsylvania State University Hands over the heart in prayer pose. A little bow of the head. A gesture of respect. An...
Suffering From Chronic Pain as a Black Woman
Every time Jaime Sanders visits an urgent care clinic, she makes sure she brings the three-ring binder that details her comprehensive medical care plan, including...
Rita Wilson Is on a Mission
Rita Wilson never expected to get COVID-19. When the actress, producer, singer/songwriter — and breast cancer survivor — and her husband, Tom Hanks, flew to...
Iron Deficiency Anemia and Heavy Periods: What’s the Connection?
Medically reviewed by Dr. Rashmi Kudesia Weakness, headaches, even feeling out of breath. These symptoms are common, but they may point to a larger problem:...