I am launching my new book, 52 Ways to Beat Depression Naturally on January 21, 2013. In the book, I draw on Eastern and Western philosophies, relaxation techniques, nutritional and exercise strategies, sleep therapy, and other means of combating depression – with not a single pill in sight. Do you need a natural mood boost? I have been working in the field of depression for over 10 years, and have compiled 52 different techniques, tips, and exercises that you can do right now to start … [Read more...]
‘Aging Gracefully’, The Role of Attitude and Lifestyle
December 28, 2012 by
'Aging Gracefully' The Role of Attitude and Lifestyle Two Basic Requirements of Graceful Aging What I’ve discovered is that there are two “basic requirements” of graceful aging. To borrow from the “Serenity Prayer”, graceful aging requires the “serenity to accept the things we cannot change; courage to change the things we can; and wisdom to know the difference.” Certainly acceptance of aging is a key to aging gracefully – but which of the changes that commonly … [Read more...]
Being “stroke smart” also means being heart smart
December 20, 2012 by
"Listen to your bodies, argue with your doctors, stand up for yourself, and most of all, take care of your health. It is easy to lose, and so very difficult to get back." -- stroke survivor Linda I. Sign the Charter to Prevent Stroke with One Click Limbs that won't budge, the corner of the mouth sagging, one eye shut. We all know what the aftermath of a stroke looks like. But do we all understand what many of our Care2 members learned the hard way: preventable stroke can happen to anyone? … [Read more...]
SIGN to Save Women’s Healthcare – Take Action!
December 13, 2012 by
At the end of 2012, budget cuts will go into effect that could decimate vital healthcare programs for women and children. If the budget for Health and Human Services is reduced, preventative care programs for more than 5 million women could be eliminated. Also in jeopardy is the Affordable Care Act, which provides cancer screenings to more than 45 million women, and WIC, which safeguards the health of 53% of U.S. infants and 9 million low-income women and their families. We cannot … [Read more...]
Baby Steps – WOMEN in RECOVERY
November 14, 2012 by
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a condition where an individual, who has suffered a traumatic experience, continues to suffer from anxiety and fear as a result of the trauma they endured. The first step in recovery from PTSD is recognize it and be willing to do the work it takes to recover from it. Recovery is the ability to recall the events without any other cognitive, emotional or behavioral effects. A lot of patients have a dual diagnosis of post trauma stress disorder and substance … [Read more...]
After Breast Cancer Event – November 27 – TORONTO
November 11, 2012 by
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BREAST CANCER – Signs and Symptoms
October 14, 2012 by
Signs and symptoms of breast cancer Remember, lumps in the breast are very common, especially just before your period. Most lumps are not breast cancer. Most often breast cancer is first noticed as a painless lump in the breast or armpit. You or your partner may discover the lump, or your doctor may find it during a routine physical exam or screening mammogram. Other signs might include: lump or swelling in the armpit changes in breast size or shape dimpling or puckering of the … [Read more...]
Stroke, ‘an interruption of the flow of blood to the brain’
September 27, 2012 by
The primary goals of stroke management are to reduce brain injury and promote maximum patient recovery. Rapid detection and appropriate emergency medical care are essential for optimizing health outcomes. When available, patients are admitted to an acute stroke unit for treatment. These units specialize in providing medical and surgical care aimed at stabilizing the patient’s medical status. Standardized assessments are also performed to aid in the development of an appropriate care plan. … [Read more...]
“A picture is worth a thousand words”: Photo Sharing at AIDS 2012
September 4, 2012 by
Let's Stop HIV Together and Facing AIDS at AIDS 2012 This Labor Day, like many Americans, I spent time with friends and family and took photos that I shared with my mobile phone. Today, sharing photos on platforms such as Facebook and Instagram (we’ll write more about Instagram in a future post) offers an easy opportunity to share information about yourself and causes you care about with your social network. In the HIV community, photo sharing campaigns provide a means to mobilize around … [Read more...]
Prevention & Wellness: New Preventive Benefits for Women
August 27, 2012 by
New Preventive Benefits for Women It's a new day for women under the Affordable Care Act. Services to keep you healthy including well-woman visits, support for breastfeeding equipment, domestic violence screening and counseling, contraception, and more will be covered without cost sharing in new health plans starting in August 2012. Giving Women Control Over Their Health Care By Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary of Health and Human Services Women deserve to have … [Read more...]
WOMEN in RECOVERY – Women For Sobriety, Inc.
August 25, 2012 by
We are pleased to share with the Women of our World: Women For Sobriety, Inc. (WFS), and in the spirit of FREE THINKING, has opted to share an alternative PROGRAM for Women, with addiction challenges. The following program is designed for any use, including alcohol addiction; as well as other issues. Women For Sobriety, Inc. (WFS), is a non-profit secular addiction recovery group for alcoholic women. WFS was created by sociologist Jean Kirkpatrick in 1976 as an alternative to twelve-step … [Read more...]
Pain Intervention: The Therapeutic Power of Touch
August 23, 2012 by
Treating cancer is often an invasive process. Chemotherapy treatments, radiation and surgery are generally painful, and can leave someone who is already feeling weak even more fatigued and exposed to greater amounts of pain. Whether you are battling lung cancer, leukemia or mesothelioma you will likely benefit from incorporating pain management techniques to your cancer treatment program. Massage therapy is one type of treatment that uses the power of touch to enhance wellness and healing while … [Read more...]
