No one wants to go to the doctor and get bad news, but we can’t always predict what happens to us. The good news is that you have choices and one of them is to make sure you have the best care possible. When you practice self-care like eating well and having high-quality healthcare it’s even better. Both work in tandem to assure your optimal health. I’m excited to be … [Read more...]
How Early Breast Cancer Screenings Can Save Lives
Sandra Lee is a chef, television host, and author who has survived breast cancer. She produced a documentary for HBO called Rx: Early Detection, A Cancer Journey with Sandra Lee and has been instrumental in helping the state of New York sign legislation for early breast cancer screenings. If you watch her documentary you'll see graphic details about her diagnosis, surgery, and … [Read more...]
How a Watchman Gave an AFib Patient Got a New Lease on Life
I interviewed Jan Mitchell, an AFib (Atrial Fibrillation) patient who currently has a Watchman device implanted to protect her against possible stroke. It’s the only FDA-approved implant proven to reduce the risk of stroke in patients whose AFib was not caused by a heart-valve problem. The advantage to the patient is that there is no longer a need to use blood-thinning … [Read more...]
Parkinsons Disease: Know the Complex Symptoms
I interviewed Sarah Jones, MPA, MS, and CEO of PMDAlliance. Her organization did a survey on the impact of non-movement symptoms on people with Parkinson's Disease, which is a progressive, neurodegenerative disorder. The symptoms people typically associate with the disease is either a hand tremor or an almost paralyzing stiffness. But there are more complications than many … [Read more...]
A Skin Cancer Survivor’s Story and Warning for You
It’s always a good time to talk about protecting your skin from the harmful rays of the sun. I spoke to Shelley Baker, a woman in her 50s who lives in Oklahoma. She discovered several years ago that she had basal cell carcinoma, a dangerous form of skin cancer, and talked to me about her experience. She noticed what seemed to be an itchy rash forming on her arms, legs, … [Read more...]
