This was my deeply personal decision to undergo a significant medical procedure: the removal of my ovaries. As a young breast cancer survivor with a BRCA1-positive diagnosis, I faced tough choices. Ultimately, I chose to undergo a laparoscopic prophylactic oophorectomy, a decision rooted in my commitment to reducing the risk of ovarian cancer. I will…
A soybean’s nutritional profile is what makes it beneficial. Besides vitamins E and B, they’re chock full of calcium, iron, fiber, zinc, unsaturated fatty acids, and isoflavone. For centuries, Asian diets have incorporated it into their daily diets due to its high nutritional content, thus providing lots of value. Studies suggest that soy may improve…
Most people nowadays are working in the office. Moreover, office workers spend more time doing their job than anything else in their lives. Surely, everyone who has this kind of occupation knows how stressful it might be sometimes. Not only your mind is stressed out by deadlines, but your body also does not get enough…
This is a guest post about health by Tampa Bay Radiation Oncology. Cancer screening is important because it can detect cancer early—when treatment is more likely to succeed. Fortunately, many tests can catch cancer in the early stages. While your doctor will likely recommend which screening tests you should undergo based on your age and level of risk, you can also request cancer screening for yourself….
Hey there, fellow warriors of the daily grind! Ever felt like you’re doing the cha-cha between work deadlines and soccer practice? You’re not alone. Let’s chat about the daily dose of reality that working moms and business owners face and why taking a breather isn’t just a luxury—it’s a lifeline. The Juggling Act: Balancing Work,…
I was introduced to a new term recently – scanxiety. Though not a new concept, the word was new to me. The term was brought up at a cancer support group. Scanxiety refers to anxiety before, during, and after medical scans. Technically, it could apply to anyone with health issues. But, as cancer survivors, we…