When faced with a breast cancer diagnosis, a mastectomy can be a life-saving procedure. But life after a mastectomy can herald a new journey - one of reclaiming one's body and sense of self. Breast Cancer Awareness Month shines a…
Pregnancy is a time of heightened awareness about personal health and nutrition. With changing hormones and the responsibility of nurturing a growing fetus, pregnant individuals often reconsider their dietary choices. Fast food chains, offer convenient and tasty options, but are…
Topic: Addressing Miscarriage as a Frequent Pregnancy Complication One of the most frequent pregnancy complications is miscarriage. Although it is a common problem, healthcare systems have failed to address it properly and many women are suffering the effects. The effects…
Topic: Understanding the Root Cause and Symptoms of Birth-Acquired Herpes Infants can have birth-acquired herpes, which is passed down from mothers with genital herpes. It is sometimes contracted while still in the womb, or more commonly, shortly after birth. Children…
Topic: Popular Fast-Food Items Linked to Infertility Toxic chemicals that are associated with infertility have been found in several popular fast-food items, such as Big Macs and Taco Bell burritos. Unfortunately, consumers may not realize what they are getting and…
Topic: Examining the Facts: Is it Safe for Pregnant Women to Take Acetaminophen? Recently, almost 100 doctors and scientists gathered together to warn about the consumption of acetaminophen in pregnancy and how it may lead to a cascade of health…
Topic: The Effects of Sugar on Pregnancy A lot of sugar is not good for anyone, but health experts have urged that this is especially true in regard to pregnant women. What a woman eats during pregnancy not only impacts…
Topic: Covid-19 Vaccine Myths: Addressing Infertility and Miscarriage Claims Despite mounting evidence to the contrary, some individuals are still peddling infertility and miscarriage claims in regard to the Covid-19 vaccine. Unfortunately, these claims are circulating online, leading to miscommunication and…
Topic: The Importance of a Mother’s Milk: Celebrating Breastfeeding Awareness Month The importance of a mother’s milk in an infant’s development is recognized and celebrated during Breastfeeding Awareness Month. It is during this time that health experts have revealed the…
Topic: Finding a New Way to Detect Placenta Accreta Spectrum Disorder in Pregnancy Placenta accreta spectrum disorder is a condition that occurs when the placenta penetrates the uterine wall too deeply. Once it does this, it has trouble detaching from…