Medical Conditions

I’ve suffered with gastrointestinal issues literally all my life. Even as a small child I would get a stomach ache whenever I was anxious about something. I was also a picky eater, and I’m sure the limited variety of fruits and vegetables in my diet contributed to the condition…

I’ll never forget the day I looked down in the shower and saw clumps of hair swirling around the drain. My heart sank. I was just 48. “What’s happening to me?” I thought. Was it stress? Diet? Something more serious? That moment turned me into a detective of my…

Aging is a natural process, but it doesn’t have to mean declining health. For women over 60, certain medical conditions become more common, yet many can be prevented or managed with proactive care. By understanding the risks and taking simple steps, you can protect your body…

When winter settles in with its cold winds and damp chill, many people living with arthritis notice their joints feel stiffer and more painful. Cold weather, especially when paired with rain or humidity, can trigger flare-ups that make everyday movement uncomfortable…

I don’t know about you, but I’m one of those gals who’s had (extreme) White Coat Syndrome my entire life. Just the sight of a blood pressure cuff can make my numbers spike! Recently, my partner Mark took a terrible fall down a full flight of stairs. He broke five ribs…

Women are more likely to get dementia, more likely to be family caregivers, and more likely to be working in one of the facilities that supports families and those affected. It’s a big issue for us. To be honest, worrying will get you nowhere…

Chances are that during the course of your lifetime, or maybe more so in your 50s and 60s, you’ve known people who’ve said that they wanted to end their lives. Perhaps they were victims of trauma or were dealing with physical…

After an injury about 18 months ago, I had been experiencing pain in my right knee and noticed that it was looking a little thicker than the other. I telephoned my doctor who arranged for an appointment with a physiotherapist. He sent me straight to the local hospital for x-rays…

Many individuals are finding themselves grappling with the long-term effects of the Covid-19 virus. Dubbed “long haulers,” these individuals experience lingering symptoms that can persist for months, affecting their overall quality of life. For women over 60, managing these symptom…

As we age, the connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline becomes increasingly apparent. Understanding the unique patterns of how hearing loss affects cognition in older adults is crucial for maintaining overall health and quality of life. Let’s delve a bit into the…