Aging Gracefully
WNC Woman (NC) May 2012
After signing on to the Internet every morning, I first scan news stories to see what happened in the world while I enjoyed a restful night’s sleep. Without fail, I am assaulted by the news worthy stories of Pamela Anderson spotted... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) April 2012
When Bare Escentuals came onto the beauty scene their mission was based on three things. Love. Understanding. Community. They have stayed true to their mission and their belief that products can actually be good,... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) February 2012
Yes! (You read the title correctly!) It’s almost February and some of us are finding that life keeps getting in the way of our time at the fitness center. The exercise bike has too many sweaters drying on it to be used. HOLD ON THERE! This... Read More
WNC Woman (NC) April 2012
On her Hiker to Hiker blog, a woman left a comment for Danny Bernstein after meeting her at a hiking conference: “I really enjoyed meeting you yesterday and hearing your story. You gave hope to an average person like me that I can do this.... Read More
Her Living (NE) February/March 2012
"Do you know your cholesterol level?” That’s the question most of us have been accustomed to being asked over the years. But knowing your total cholesterol level is no longer enough. Now we know that the components of your... Read More
Maine Women Magazine (ME) August 2008
Nancy McCallum is a freelance writer and editor who lives in Sanford. Her work has appeared in more than 50 publications. When Oprah recently hit the Big 5-0, one way she marked this milestone was by inviting Maine's own Dr. Christiane Northrup... Read More
Does the thought of a checkup or trip to the doctor bring on intense fear, rapid heart beat, shortness of breath? You may have Iatrophobia - a fear of doctors.
By Barbara E. Fox, Ph.D.
Have you noticed how our girl-talk has changed? I find my... Read More
Forsyth Woman Magazine (NC) Jan 2012
As we look to the New Year, many of us make the same resolution we did previous year - “I’m going to start exercising and get healthy!” With intentions high, we may find our resolution is easier said than done. To get you the... Read More
Maine Women Magazine (ME) August 2008
Nancy McCallum is a freelance writer and editor who lives in Sanford. Her work has appeared in more than 50 publications. When Oprah recently hit the Big 5-0, one way she marked this milestone was by inviting Maine's own Dr. Christiane Northrup t ...Nancy McCallum is a freelance writer and editor who lives in Sanford. Her work has appeared in more than 50 publications. When Oprah recently hit the Big 5-0, one way she marked this milestone was by inviting Maine's own Dr. Christiane Northrup... Read More
The Women's Journals (PA) Nov/Dec 2011
Each November, the United States President declares the month as National Family Caregivers Month. These often overlooked individuals, an estimated more than 65 million people or 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for chronically ill, disabled ...Each November, the United States President declares the month as National Family Caregivers Month. These often overlooked individuals, an estimated more than 65 million people or 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for chronically ill, disabled... Read More
Transitions News Magazine (SC) Dec 2011
Senior citizens with foot pain can do something about it. Instead of abiding by the faulty but commonly accepted notion that muscle and joint discomfort is a natural consequence of aging, seniors with foot problems should seek treatment rather than n ...Senior citizens with foot pain can do something about it. Instead of abiding by the faulty but commonly accepted notion that muscle and joint discomfort is a natural consequence of aging, seniors with foot problems should seek treatment rather than... Read More
Transitions News Magazine (SC) Dec 2011
With fall and winter come the seasonal chores we’re all accustomed to: however, there is also an increase in the number of injuries associated with raking and shoveling as the weather changes. The good news is that most of these inj ...With fall and winter come the seasonal chores we’re all accustomed to: however, there is also an increase in the number of injuries associated with raking and shoveling as the weather changes. The good news is that most of these... Read More
Maine Women Magazine (ME) August 2008
Val Schurman, former
state president of
the Maine Federation
of Business and Professional
Women, has
made the most of her 88
years. She campaigned
for women's rights,
owned her own restaurant
and raised three
children. Schurman's
current h ...Val Schurman, former
state president of
the Maine Federation
of Business and Professional
Women, has
made the most of her 88
years. She campaigned
for women's rights,
owned her own restaurant
and raised three
children. Schurman's
current hurdle is... Read More
Brava Magazine (WI) April 2009
Madison is lucky. We have doctors researching, nurses educating the diagnosed and specialists delivering treatments. Yes, our cancer-fighting community is armed for the battle. While it's easy to recognize the degree-wielding medical professionals, t ...Madison is lucky. We have doctors researching, nurses educating the diagnosed and specialists delivering treatments. Yes, our cancer-fighting community is armed for the battle. While it's easy to recognize the degree-wielding medical professionals,... Read More
The Women's Journals (PA) Nov/Dec 2011
Bellefonte resident Louise A. Mundy, age 86, was recently in a car
accident that resulted in multiple medical/orthopedic injuries, and was lifefl
ighted to Geisinger Medical Center for treatment. After her recovery at
Geisinger, Louise knew that i ...Bellefonte resident Louise A. Mundy, age 86, was recently in a car
accident that resulted in multiple medical/orthopedic injuries, and was lifefl
ighted to Geisinger Medical Center for treatment. After her recovery at
Geisinger, Louise knew that it... Read More
Forsyth Woman Magazine (NC) Jan 2012
Television’s Dr. Oz frequently tells his audiences to “let food be your medicine,” which echoes advice first given by Hippocrates in 400 B.C. Many Americans still don’t fully embrace this message, despite recommendations from ...Television’s Dr. Oz frequently tells his audiences to “let food be your medicine,” which echoes advice first given by Hippocrates in 400 B.C. Many Americans still don’t fully embrace this message, despite recommendations from... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) February 2012
Yes! (You read the title correctly!) It’s almost February and some of us are finding that life keeps getting in the way of our time at the fitness center. The exercise bike has too many sweaters drying on it to be used. HOLD ON THERE! This... Read More
Maine Women Magazine (ME) August 2008
Nancy McCallum is a freelance writer and editor who lives in Sanford. Her work has appeared in more than 50 publications. When Oprah recently hit the Big 5-0, one way she marked this milestone was by inviting Maine's own Dr. Christiane Northrup... Read More
Forsyth Woman Magazine (NC) Jan 2012
As we look to the New Year, many of us make the same resolution we did previous year - “I’m going to start exercising and get healthy!” With intentions high, we may find our resolution is easier said than done. To get you the... Read More
Forsyth Woman Magazine (NC) Jan 2012
Television’s Dr. Oz frequently tells his audiences to “let food be your medicine,” which echoes advice first given by Hippocrates in 400 B.C. Many Americans still don’t fully embrace this message, despite recommendations from... Read More
The Women's Journals (PA) Nov/Dec 2011
Bellefonte resident Louise A. Mundy, age 86, was recently in a car
accident that resulted in multiple medical/orthopedic injuries, and was lifefl
ighted to Geisinger Medical Center for treatment. After her recovery at
Geisinger, Louise knew that it... Read More
The Women's Journals (PA) Nov/Dec 2011
Each November, the United States President declares the month as National Family Caregivers Month. These often overlooked individuals, an estimated more than 65 million people or 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for chronically ill, disabled... Read More
South Bay Woman Magazine (CA) April 2009
“Mine are so small.” “Mine are too big.” “My grandma can tuck hers into her pants.” This was the lunch conversation I had with four girlfriends almost fifteen years ago before husbands, before kids, before gravity... Read More