Tag: health advocacy
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4 Insights Gained from Sharing My Vagina Story Online
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I opened up about a personal experience involving a labial tear during the delivery of my first child. At my six-week postpartum check-up, my doctor nonchalantly mentioned that my stitches had failed, leaving me with a rather unique flap. I like to think of it as my own badge of honor.…
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Scotland’s Groundbreaking Initiative for Free Feminine Hygiene Products
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking and historic initiative, Scotland has taken a significant step forward by becoming one of the first nations globally to offer free feminine hygiene products to low-income women. This program, targeting women and girls in Aberdeen, aims to distribute complimentary tampons and sanitary pads, addressing a critical need in society.…
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Hypothyroidism: An Often Overlooked Diagnosis That Could Be Disrupting Your Life
Get Pregnant Fast I wasn’t contemplating anything drastic, but the thought of not being here didn’t seem so terrible. What was happening to me? I felt exhausted, downcast, and had inexplicably gained 40 pounds in just a year. Something was clearly amiss. I took charge and requested my blood work, conducted some research, and then…
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Stop Purchasing Pink Ribbon Products—Opt for Direct Donations Instead
Get Pregnant Fast October is synonymous with “pinking.” The New York Times highlighted in 2015 that the White House illuminated itself in pink to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Companies like Ford jumped on the bandwagon with their “pink warrior” decals, and in an odd twist, police departments even utilized pink handcuffs. As we dive…
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Hey, You With an Invisible Illness: It’s Time to Stop Playing Superwoman and Speak Up
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re living with an invisible illness, I understand your struggle. Here’s a challenge for you: become a louder advocate for your health. And to those around you, you likely know one of these remarkable women. Listen closely. Superwoman: I recognize your incredible resilience in coping with pain, your ability to juggle…
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Why Cancer Patients Deserve Access to Marijuana for Relief
Get Pregnant Fast Cancer is a brutal disease. Patients undergoing chemotherapy willingly subject their bodies to intense treatments that can feel like poison, all in the fight against cancer. The aftermath of such treatments is often devastating: pain, nausea, weight loss, fatigue, and a compromised immune system. Hair loss and swollen limbs can become part…