5 Signs You Should Get A Colonoscopy Before You Turn 45
SDI Productions via Getty Images The recommended age to begin colonoscopy screening is 45, but some people should start sooner. It’s been frequently reported that colorectal cancer rates are increasing in young people in the United States. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, cases of colorectal cancer in people 55 and under have […]
I’m A Colorectal Cancer Doctor. Here Are 5 Things I’d Never Do.
SDI Productions via Getty Images An oncologist for gastrointestinal cancers told HuffPost which behaviors can lead to colon cancer risk, and the signs you should look for. Colorectal cancer is the third-most common type of cancer around the world. In the earlier stages, it can be tough to catch. The symptoms, like diarrhea, abdominal pain […]
Most People Can’t Afford A Full-Body MRI. Here’s What You Can Do Instead.
FS Productions via Getty Images Are full-body MRIs worth the hefty price tag? Experts have concerns. Full-body MRIs, or magnetic resonance imaging, are having a moment. The scans, which take about an hour to conduct, take detailed pictures of the inside of your body with the intention of detecting all kinds of medical conditions, including […]
Want To Live Longer? Follow This Advice From People In ‘Blue Zones’
Fly View Productions via Getty Images A new Netflix docuseries highlights lifestyle choices in parts of the world where people are known for living longer and healthier lives. On Aug. 30, Netflix premiered a four-episode docuseries about the secrets of living a longer, healthier life. Specifically, the docuseries details five regions where people have the […]
This 1 Habit May Help Reduce The Risk Of Dementia In Older Adults
Hinterhaus Productions via Getty Images A new study found that people who took adult education classes have a lower risk of developing dementia. There are certain habits, like exercising and eating nutritious foods, that are synonymous with healthy aging. A new, large-scale study highlights another method that middle-aged and older adults should also add to […]
Does Your Therapist Find You Annoying? We Asked Them.
SDI Productions via Getty Images We asked therapists to share if they have a favorite client, if they’re ever annoyed by patients and more. Does anyone else ask themselves “Does my therapist like me?” after, uh, every therapy session? If so, it’s all good! Been there, done that, so no shame here. In fact, many […]
The 6 Most Common Issues Women Bring Up In Therapy
SDI Productions via Getty Images Certain topics — like motherhood, wanting or not wanting kids and societal pressures — are common among women in therapy. While women are not a monolith, there are societal pressures and cultural expectations that many experience (like being told what not to wear by controlling partners, or stressors that come […]
When Is It Considered Too Late To Get The HPV Vaccine?
Fly View Productions via Getty Images The HPV vaccine can protect against high-risk strains of the human papillomavirus, which can cause cancer. Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a group of more than 200 related viruses that are spread by skin-to-skin and sexual contact. Not only is it the most common sexually transmitted infection in the […]
Why You Need To Be Extra Careful If You’re Sitting In A Window Seat On A Plane
SDI Productions via Getty Images Should you be applying sunscreen before flights? Here’s what experts say. Earlier this year, TikTok user FindingFiona uploaded a travel video that got serious attention, garnering more than 2 million views and 1,000 comments. In the post, she emphasized the importance of wearing sunscreen on flights, citing reports of people […]
This Is The Most Commonly Missed Warning Sign Of Dementia
SDI Productions via Getty Images There are a few subtle symptoms that can develop before the full onset of dementia. When we think about dementia, we often think of a person experiencing memory loss and confusion. While it’s true that these are certainly symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s (the most common form of dementia), missing […]