Pernicious anemia

Fatigue, dizziness, neurological problems… Could it be pernicious anemia?

Apr 4, 2025

Feeling extremely tired, getting tingling sensations in your hands and feet, or experiencing memory problems? While these symptoms may simply be signs of fatigue, they could also point to a more...

Neurological disorder

Restless Legs Syndrome: What can you do when your legs won’t stay still?

Mar 31, 2025

Have you ever struggled with an overwhelming urge to move your legs, especially at night, making it nearly impossible to relax or fall asleep? If so, you’re not alone. Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS),...

Sleep apnea

Sleep apnea and mental health: How does poor sleep fuel anxiety and depression?

Mar 24, 2025

An estimated 22 million people in the US suffer from sleep apnea, and although the condition is often associated with loud snoring and daytime fatigue, its impact goes far beyond disrupted sleep,...

Schizoaffective disorder
Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia and family: How can loved ones support recovery?

Mar 18, 2025

Schizophrenia is a chronic and complex mental health condition that affects both patients and their families. Characterized by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and cognitive difficulties,...

Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer and intimacy: tips and advice

Mar 10, 2025

Prostate cancer disrupts not only the life of the patient, but also that of his partner. Surgery, radiotherapy, hormone therapy... these treatments can cause erectile dysfunction, reduced libido and...

Bariatric surgery
Obesity

Obesity and chronic stress: the role of hormones in weight gain and how to avoid it

Mar 4, 2025 • 1 Like

The link between obesity and chronic stress is very real, and our hormones are the main intermediaries. Prolonged stress upsets the hormonal balance, encouraging uncontrolled weight gain. Cortisol,...

Rare diseases

Living with a rare disease: An often underestimated psychological challenge

Feb 28, 2025 • 2 Likes

Living with a rare disease often means facing the unknown. Medical treatment is a real obstacle course, but apart from the physical challenges, there is a huge psychological impact. Isolation, lack...

Colorectal cancer

Little-known risk factors for colorectal cancer: Diet, gut microbiome, and more

Feb 21, 2025

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the US, and more than 150,000 new cases are diagnosed annually. It develops due to the growth of malignant tumors in the colon or rectum and...

Atrial fibrillation

Stress and atrial fibrillation (AF): Recognizing the link and protecting your heart

Feb 17, 2025

Do you have atrial fibrillation and feel like stress triggers your episodes? Many patients notice that anxiety and daily tensions make their symptoms worse.Why does stress affect your heart? How can...

Epilepsy

Epilepsy and sleep: A complex relationship that impacts health and well-being

Feb 10, 2025

If you're living with epilepsy, you may have noticed that your seizures become more frequent or intense after a poor night’s sleep. This is no coincidence. Sleep and epilepsy share a complex...

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia and hormones: Understanding their impact to improve quality of life

Feb 3, 2025 • 2 Likes • 1 comment

Living with fibromyalgia means dealing with chronic pain, fatigue, and sleep disorders on a daily basis. But did you know that your hormones could play a role in these symptoms? Understanding their...

Attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity

ADHD and work: tips on how to reconcile work and attention disorders

Jan 30, 2025

Do you suffer from attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity (ADHD)? Perhaps you are with work challenges and it sometimes seems insurmountable? Between constant distractions,...