Care and Conditions
Learn about care and conditions, including diabetes, joint replacement, women's health topics, heart care and more
Diabetes Patients Benefit From Practicing Mindfulness
For many people with diabetes, experiencing stress comes with the territory. That’s understandable – managing this chronic condition is hard work.
5 of the Most Common and 4 Surprising Causes of Birth Defects
A birth defect, also called a congenital anomaly, is a problem that occurs when a baby is developing in the womb. An estimated one out of every 33 babies in the U.S.
The Benefits of CBD: Fact or Fiction?
With the legalization of marijuana in Massachusetts, the cannabis industry has been booming. CBD or cannabidiol products haven't only been used for recreation, but many believe that these oils, gummies and topicals may serve as natural remedies for the following:
Drive Out Golf Injuries
While golf is a relatively low-impact sport, injuries can still occur. In particular, knee and other joint pain, shoulder pain, and back stiffness, can rear their ugly heads.
Prejuvenation: Preventive Tactics To Stave off Signs of Aging Skin
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That old saying certainly applies when it comes to staving off the visible signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and sunspots. Dermatologists even have a term for it: prejuvenation.
Traveling After Joint Replacement is Easier Than You Think
Summer has finally approached, and it's time to travel! If you recently had joint replacement surgery, no need to worry - traveling is still in your future.
The Leak of Which We Don't Speak: Causes of Bladder Leaks and Tips for Strengthening
For generations, too many women have believed that urinary leakage was something they simply had to live with, an inevitable consequence of getting older or having children.
Be a Supportive Ally to Gender Diverse Individuals
The "T" in LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer) often used to go unnoticed, but it's important to know what it means to be transgender and how to support individuals who are gender diverse. Many people don't understand much about gender diversity, and that's okay.
Be Still My Heart: How Heart Attacks Look Different for Women
Chances are, you've seen at least one dramatic movie scene in which a man suddenly clutches his chest and falls to the floor.
Do Your Part, Know Your Heart
There's no better time than during Heart Month to get to know your heart a little better (and learn a few ways to keep it healthy)! After all, it's the only one you have. The most important step you can take to protect your heart is understanding your own individual risks for heart disease.
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