I Was Still Healing from a Double Mastectomy When I Was Diagnosed with Cervical Cancer
As told to Jacquelyne Froeber January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. I was standing in the checkout line at Walmart when my phone rang. It...
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Post Vacation Depression Is a Real Thing
I grew up in Michigan and moved to Alabama after college. It was hard to leave my family and friends, but we promised to meet...
Power Walking Amps Up The Health Benefits Of A Daily Stroll – Here’s How To Do It Right
The term “power walking” might make you think of days past, but I’ll say it: It’s so back. Walking in general is beyond popular right now because this low-impact...
You Can Sculpt Your Whole Body With This One R199 Piece Of Equipment
Kettlebells were made for so much more than swinging! Case in point: This full body kettlebell workout uses just one ‘bell to tone your whole...
8 Pretoria-Based Fitness Spots To Add To Your Workout Wishlist
From dusty trails to tech-savvy gyms, these Menlyn-based fitness hotspots serve up plenty of ways to keep moving all year round. Whether you’re looking to...
Hypothyroidism Caused Serious Problems for My Body and My Mind
As told to Jacquelyne Froeber January is Thyroid Awareness Month. “Have you noticed some asymmetry in your neck?” my friend asked. As physicians, we didn’t...
Menopause Is Complex. Is Your Healthcare Provider up for the Job?
Menopause officially starts when you’ve gone 12 months without a period, but it can creep up in a slow collection of physical and emotional changes...
How To Choose The Right Socks For Your Walking Workout
Whether you’re lacing up for the first time or are coming back after a long hiatus, walking is one of the simplest ways to stay...
Covid Vaccine Schedule for Older Adults & Immunocompromised People
Although the pandemic is officially over, Covid is still making many people sick. And the virus is especially dangerous for adults 65 or older and...
Why Practicing Self-Efficacy Is Key To Becoming The Best Version Of Yourself
There’s a reason the words “believe in yourself” are plastered on classroom signs and cross-stitched on throw pillows. Your sense of self-efficacy, or the belief...