Most women are natural caregivers—quick to nurture children, make medical appointments for their spouses, and pitch in when a friend needs help. The last person many women care for are themselves. However, this self-neglect can be harmful to your heart. Here are 8 ways you may be harming your [...]
Melissa Vella says her symptoms caused by uterine fibroids became so bad last fall that she constantly felt as if she were several months pregnant. “I was always tired, I had to urinate frequently, and even my abdomen was sticking out like I was pregnant,” says Melissa, a 46-year-old [...]
Gina Barnett was living in extreme pain. Her pelvic area felt so heavy that she could barely walk, forcing the 52-year-old Freehold resident to give up exercise, singing, and just about every other activity she loved. “I was constantly uncomfortable,” says Gina, describing unbearable pressure and pain that extended [...]
Follow these steps to set the right healthy habits for maintaining well-being as you age and increase your chances of a disease- and illness-free future. Know your family’s medical history Find a primary care physician you like and get a yearly physical Maintain a healthy weight Eat well Move more Get [...]
Follow these steps to set the right healthy habits for maintaining well-being as you age and increase your chances of a disease- and illness-free future.* Annual physical exam—blood pressure, clinical breast exam, cholesterol testing Blood test for diabetes, thyroid disease, liver problems and anemia Cardiovascular evaluation Mammogram every year Eye [...]
Follow these steps to set the right healthy habits for maintaining well-being as you age and increase your chances of a disease- and illness-free future. Annual physical exam—blood pressure, clinical breast exam, cholesterol testing Blood test for diabetes, thyroid disease, liver problems and anemia Cardiovascular evaluation Mammogram every year Eye [...]
Follow these steps to set the right healthy habits for maintaining well-being as you age and increase your chances of a disease- and illness-free future. Annual physical exam—blood pressure, clinical breast exam, cholesterol testing Blood test for diabetes, thyroid disease, liver problems and anemia Cardiovascular evaluation Mammogram every one to [...]
Follow these steps to set the right healthy habits for maintaining well-being as you age and increase your chances of a disease- and illness-free future. Annual physical exam—blood pressure, clinical breast exam Blood test for diabetes, thyroid disease, liver problems and anemia Blood sugar and cholesterol test—more often if you’re overweight [...]
Follow these steps to set the right healthy habits for maintaining well-being as you age and increase your chances of a disease- and illness-free future. Annual physical—blood pressure, clinical breast exam, blood test STD screening if you are sexually active Pelvic exam and Pap test starting at age 21 Blood sugar and [...]
There are a few key things Ob/Gyns want women to do before starting a family. Schedule a visit with an Ob/Gyn before trying to conceive to evaluate your health, medical history, menstrual cycle, and ensure the healthiest pregnancy possible. Quit any bad habits like smoking and drinking. Eat healthy and make sure [...]
