Like many other moms out there, I’m getting ready to send my child off to college in a few weeks. So I thought a post that addressed some of the health and wellness issues of college students might be helpful.
One of the major health concerns for college students is Bacterial Meningitis…
Meningitis infection is characterized by a sudden onset of fever, headache, and stiff neck. It is often accompanied by other symptoms, such as…
It was just announced that BlogHer ‘10 will be in New York City next August. This will be the first time a BlogHer conference is on the east coast. I am SUPER excited!
If you’re interested in finding out more about the BlogHer conference, you can check it out here…
It’s the time of the year when we need to talk about protecting ourselves and our families from the harmful effects of the sun. Obviously, sunscreen is the most important line of defense…But if you’re using sunscreen that was left over from last year, you may not be getting the protection you think you are. That’s because sunscreen has an expiration date.
Check out Midwest Moms – Here Comes the Sun…
That first sunburn of the year can be painful — best to avoid it altogether with a little prevention.
If you’re headed out with your crew, these tips might save you a little hurt later on:
Keep your eye on the clock – The sun is strongest from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Early morning and later afternoon sun are less damaging to the skin.
Stock up on Sunscreen – Did you know that your sunscreen has an expiration date? It is best to purchase sunscreen in small bottles that can be replaced frequently.
As adults we need to take protection from the harmful effects of the sun seriously. But as parents, we need to be even more diligent with our children. Because just one sunburn as a child increases the chances of developing skin cancer as an adult.
Royal Pains: Can Concierge Medicine Coexist With Obama’s Healthcare Plan? (cross-posted at BlogHer)
Have you seen the new show Royal Pains? If so, you are probably now familiar with what a concierge doctor is. It’s not a bad show, but is concierge (or boutique) healthcare bad for patients?
This is from an episode of The Doctors…
Have you ever wished you had your own personal doctor at your beck and call? Now you can. Concierge doctors are gaining popularity, but can the average person afford them? President of Elite Personal Physician Services, Dr. Cheryl BryantBruce, explains that her clients have 24/ 7 direct access to her.
“Whether you get the $100,000 package or the $10,000 package, you will get the same medical care,” Dr. BryantBruce assures. “We have a Hippocratic oath that tells us that is what we are supposed to do.”
It seems to me that if you can afford it, it’s a great way to go. The trouble is, most people probably can’t afford it.
LeAnn Rimes Interview: Her Courageous Battle With Psoriasis and Her Comments on the Death of Michael Jackson (cross-posted at BlogHer)
So…A few weeks ago I was asked if I would like to interview LeAnn Rimes about her struggles with psoriasis and her awareness campaign Stop Hiding & Start Living. I think it’s a great campaign and I was happy to help bring more awareness to this physically and emotionally debilitating skin condition.
As women we so often feel bad about ourselves because of the way we look. We might be having a bad hair day, or have a bit of acne on our face, or feel like we could stand to lose a few more pounds…It’s really a vicious cycle and sometimes even a pit of despair that we never seem to quite be able to climb out of. I think that’s why stories like the one LeAnn Rimes will share with us in this interview are so empowering.
The American Academy of Dermatology and the National Psoriasis Foundation have joined together to form the Stop Hiding from Psoriasis public education campaign. This campaign is dedicated to:
- Educating the general public about how this chronic immune disorder affects nearly 7 million Americans.
- Motivating patients suffering from psoriasis to Stop Hiding and
Start Living.- Encouraging patients to see a dermatologist and discuss appropriate ways to manage
their disease.LeAnn Rimes stands up to psoriasis…
The spotlight has followed singer LeAnn Rimes for most of her life. Unfortunately, so has the embarrassment of her psoriasis. But not anymore. LeAnn is taking a stand to Stop Hiding from her psoriasis and wants you to Stop Hiding and Start Living too.
Earlier this week I spoke with LeAnn…
How difficult was it growing up with psoriasis and at such a young age?
Well yes, I was diagnosed when I was two, so I pretty much don’t know anything other than having it…by the time I was six I was 80% covered, everything but my hands, feet and face. It was very debilitating physically and mentally. Even as a child having people really not understanding what the disease is and thinking it was contagious and trying to stay away from me. My parents really did a good job of covering it up, especially my mom, [with] the way she dressed me. And it was hard, it was hard being in the public eye. ‘Til the time I was 13 I wasn’t really able to wear dresses (short dresses) on the red carpet, or shorts in the middle of the summer…I would always wear jeans. It was really tough; it took a toll on my self esteem for a long time.
Did other children tease you when you were a child?
Yes, I would sometimes miss out on pool parties and things because I would never want to be around other girls with my bathing suite on – because they really didn’t understand what it was.
Did you know that one in every three adults has high blood pressure? Are you one of them?
I had some good news the other day. It seems that all of my hard work trying to eat healthy and lose weight is finally paying off. For the first time in years my blood pressure is actually normal. Yaaay! This is just the kind of validation I was looking for when I began my journey of weight loss and healthy living.
If you have high blood pressure or know someone who does, here are some tips that can help lower blood pressure naturally.
Tip #1 – Lose 10 Pounds
Did you know that most Americans are overweight (66% are overweight or obese)? It’s true. It’s also true that losing as little as ten pounds can help reduce high blood pressure.
I’m Not A Teenager, So Why Do I Still Have Acne? Can Retin-A Help?
I went to the dermatologist for the first time in my life last week…At the ripe old age of 42, I thought it was about time. I decided it was time to go for several reasons:
Even though none of my skin problems were very serious, together they were beginning to bother me. Since I had insurance that covered most of the cost of going to a dermatologist, I decided to make the appointment. And I’m really glad I did.
If it’s possible for anything good to come out of the loss of Farrah Fawcett, it would probably be that it is bringing cancer awareness back to the forefront of our minds. She even made a documentary (Farrah’s Story) of her experiences for that very reason.
But, I think there are a few things that need clarification about the type of cancer that Farrah Fawcett was suffering from. You have probably heard that it was anal cancer, but you may not realize that anal cancer is not the same as colon or rectal cancer.
My name is Catherine Morgan, and I'm a writer, nurse, and mother. Above are links to my blogs, that also list many of the posts and articles that I've written for them.
I'm also at BlogHer Health & Wellness.
