Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer and intimacy: tips and advice

Mar 10, 2025

What is prostate cancer and how is it treated? Prostate cancer is the second common cancer in men in the US, behind lung cancer, with more than 230,000 new cases diagnosed each year, mainly in men...

Sunday night blues: Why does this anxiety return every week, and how can you get rid of it?

Mar 8, 2025

Why do we experience the Sunday night blues?The burden of returning to responsibilitiesAfter two days of relative freedom, the thought of going back to work, attending medical appointments, or...

Multiple sclerosis

Staying positive with multiple sclerosis: How can you protect your mental health?

Mar 7, 2025

What is multiple sclerosis (MS)?Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. It is characterized by the...

Bariatric surgery
Obesity

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

Mar 4, 2025 • 1 Like

How does chronic stress encourage weight gain and obesity? Obesity is a chronic disease characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat, a major risk factor for other health conditions....

Psyllium husk: A natural remedy for gut support, blood sugar control, and heart health?

Mar 1, 2025 • 5 Likes

How does psyllium husk support digestive health?Relieves constipation and promotes regularityOne of psyllium husk’s most well-known benefits is its ability to relieve constipation. As a soluble...

Rare diseases

Living with a rare disease: An often underestimated psychological challenge

Feb 28, 2025 • 2 Likes

What is a rare disease? A rare disease is a condition that affects a limited number of people in a given population. There is no universal definition of rare diseases. In fact, prevalence can be...

Sleep apnea

Sleep apnea and daytime fatigue: How can you boost your energy?

Feb 24, 2025 • 2 Likes • 1 comment

What causes chronic fatigue in sleep apnea patients?Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) causes repeated breathing interruptions throughout the night, preventing deep, restorative sleep. Even if you sleep...

10 tips to prevent emotional burnout when living with a chronic illness

Feb 22, 2025 • 4 Likes

What is a chronic illness burnout? How does it impact your health?Burnout in chronic illness is not the same as general stress. It is a prolonged state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion...

Colorectal cancer

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

Feb 21, 2025

What is colorectal cancer?Colorectal cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the colon or rectum, often starting as adenomatous polyps that gradually become cancerous. It is the third most...

Breast cancer
Crohn's disease

Feb 19, 2025

Could you start by telling us a little bit about yourself? We’d love to hear about your background, your passions, and what brings you joy.Absolutely! My name is Myisha, and I’m a patient advocate,...

Atrial fibrillation

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

Feb 17, 2025

What is atrial fibrillation (AF)?Atrial fibrillation (AF), also known as atrial flutter, is the most common type of irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia). It is characterized by a disorganized and very...

Managing chronic fatigue when there’s no time to rest: What works?

Feb 15, 2025 • 4 Likes

What causes chronic fatigue?Chronic fatigue can be caused by a variety of underlying health conditions, lifestyle factors, and external stressors.One of the most common causes is poor sleep quality,...