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Tag Archives: Health
A New Screening Test For Ovarian Cancer
A new British study, though not yet conclusive, provides a glimmer of hope
Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer among women. Jessica Tandy, Coretta Scott King, Dinah Shore and Gilda Radner were just a few of the prominent public figures whose lives were tragically cut short by the disease. SevenPonds features Monday … Continue reading
Posted in Science of Us
Tagged CA125, Cancer, Conditions and Diseases, Coretta Scott King, Dinah Shore, Gilda Radner, Health, Jessica Tandy, Monday hearts, Monday Hearts for Madalene, Ovarian Cancer, Page Hodel, Risk of Ovarian Cancer Algorithm, SevenPonds, The Lancet, The Science of Us, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
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What Does It Mean to Be Terminally Ill?
A new perspective on terminal illness
Each month Kathleen Clohessy offers a new perspective on living with a terminal illness. With 25 years experience caring for families and children facing life-threatening illness, she uses her extensive personal knowledge and expertise to enlighten our readers regarding the challenges … Continue reading
Exercise and Aging – Why They Should Go Hand-in-Hand
A look at further evidence showing just how important exercise is as we age
It’s no surprise that exercise is good for you, and it’s probably something you’ve heard before. But studies are further proving how important exercise is in regard to aging and brain health in middle and old age. With age often comes … Continue reading
Posted in Science of Us
Tagged Brain, Brain Health, Dementia, Exercise, Health, Healthy, Healthy Lifestyle, Mental health, Science, The Science of Us
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Our Weekly Tip: Practice Left Nostril Breathing to Calm a Grieving Body and Mind
Use the ancient science of Kundalini Yoga to reduce grief-related stress
Our Weekly Tip: Grief is mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually complex, but the way we take care of ourselves during this tender time doesn’t need to be. The ancient holistic science of Kundalini Yoga includes a left-nostril breathing technique called … Continue reading
Free Memory Screenings Can Help Detect Alzheimer’s Sooner
One group wants to use recreated photos of treasured memories to spread the word about Alzheimer's screenings
Did you know that November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month? Well, one group wants all of you to remember it. Remember Together is an organization focused on early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s through a huge social media campaign. The idea is simple: … Continue reading
What’s in a Healthy Diet for a Cancer Patient? An Interview with Angela Farley: Part Two
In this two-part interview, we chat with Angela Farley from Teen Kitchen Project about the importance of eating healthy as a cancer patient
Today SevenPonds speaks with Angela Farley, the founder and executive director of Teen Kitchen Project based in California (read part one here.) The organization provides nutritional whole foods to families experiencing a serious illness. Teenagers who volunteer get hands-on training … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Advice
Tagged Angela Farley, Cancer, Caregiving, Healing, Health, Palliative Care, Teen Kitchen Project, terminal illness
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