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Watching the new ‘Elvis’ movie and visiting Graceland brought my mom back to me
At my mom’s wake in 2007, my siblings and I decided to play Elvis Presley’s music quietly in the background. We wanted her friends and family to have an excuse to smile in between all the tears. She was a big Elvis fan and shared that with her children.
How This Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Is Changing the Game for Black Patients
After surviving stage 3 pancreatic cancer, Teona Ducre is advocating for equal care for others in communities of color.
My Doctor Prescribed Ozempic to Help Me Lose Weight. Here’s How It’s Going
Joan Lewis tried every diet and weight loss program to lose weight, but nothing seemed to work. Then her doctor prescribed Ozempic after she was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
TV Host Samantha Harris Says her Breast Cancer Was Misdiagnosed for Months
The former ‘Dancing with the Stars’ host shares how becoming her own advocate saved her life and why she’s passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with the breast cancer community.
How Model Gigi Robinson’s Life Changed After Being Diagnosed with Endometriosis
Gigi Robinson, who lives with multiple chronic conditions, was one of the Sports Illustrated 2022 swimsuit models.
5 Ways Michael Phelps Plans to Care for His Mental Health in 2023
Michael Phelps has launched a campaign with Talkspace to encourage people to incorporate mental health care into their new year’s resolutions.
Type 1 Diabetes Can’t Stop ‘Cobra Kai’ Star Mary Mouser
Cobra Kai actor Mary Mouser was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 13. She shares her journey.
6 ways to encourage your workforce to engage in virtual care
Virtual care has become an important complement to in-person care over the years. 98% of large employers now offer virtual care in their current plan designs and 57% of employers plan to add even more virtual health solutions in 2023.1 Yet telehealth accounts for only 20% or less of all patient visits.
Ayesha Curry Uses This One App to Track Her Diet and Fitness Goals
Ayesha Curry shares her favorite tips for achieving diet and fitness goals and how using the app MyFitnessPal makes it all easier.
Heart Disease: How ApoB Cholesterol Tests Can More Accurately Identify Risks, Treatments
An ApoB cholesterol test can help identify your risk for heart disease.
The test is not on standardized lipid panel testing that doctors typically perform at annual exams.
Statins and Other Common Meds Can Negatively Affect Your Workout
Commonly prescribed and over-the-counter medications may adversely affect exercise performance.
Holiday Drinking Can Raise Risks if You’re Taking These Prescription Meds
Before grabbing a spiked holiday drink, consider the risks of mixing alcohol with medications.
4 Nutrition and Weight Loss Myths Debunked for a Healthier 2023
Many Americans refer to social media for health information regarding diets and weight loss. Knowing how to decipher what is factual and safe from what is not can be difficult.
Experts debunk four common nutrition myths circulating across social media.
Alonzo Mourning: How the NBA Star Rebounded from Kidney Disease
I talked with NBA Hall-of-Famer Alonzo Mourning about his journey with kidney disease.
Why Rooting for Your Favorite Team May be Boosting Your Mental Health Too
Being a fan can bring a sense of belonging and community.