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Iron May Help Fight Fatigue

Everyone gets tired every once in a while; however, if you start to feel chronically tired- even after a good night’s rest- you may have an iron deficiency. A new study has shown that women, who may not have anemia, but a small iron deficiency, may still benefit from iron supplements.

Why the Annual Mammogram Matters

By SUSAN R. DROSSMAN, ELISA R. PORT and EMILY B. SONNENBLICK | The New York Times LAST week, the American Cancer Society announced changes to its influential guidelines for breast cancer screening. The society no longer recommends that women at average risk between the ages of 40 and 44 have mammograms and advises reducing the […]

Don’t Suffer Silently

Often we focus more on the physical effects of cancer and cancer treatment, while ignoring the emotional challenges that can arise from a cancer diagnosis. Speaking openly about your experience in individual counseling, a support group, or simply with a friend can help immensely. Read on for more advice and information about cancer trauma.

Fight the 5 Fears of Aging with Exercise

During your 40s you may begin to feel little aches and pains, notice slower cognitive functioning, and develop a fear of not being able to stop the side effects of aging. Though you can’t control time, you can control your fitness level and learn to mitigate the ailments of aging.

For the Love of Fruits and Vegetables

As summer rolls in, juicy fruits and refreshing veggies become an almost necessary component of every meal. Below are some delicious recipes featuring fresh fruits and veggies from your local supermarket.

Finding Your New Normal

After the diagnosis and treatment, cancer survivors must learn to adjust to and recognize their body’s new normal. From skin changes, hair loss, and the physical (and psychological) effects of radical surgeries, Dr. Lindsay Sortor answers a host of questions about adapting to your body after cancer.

Home Grown Spa

Make yourself as beautiful and bright as the weather this weekend using these home made spa recipes.

Silent No More

In the fervor of spreading awareness of breast cancer in hopes that early detection will lower breast cancer rates, the stories of many women with metastatic cancer have been forgotten. Until now.