Cher has wowed crowds with her strong voice, captivating shows, and unmistakable style throughout her amazing decades-spanning career. But behind all the fame and success is a lesser-known story of never giving up in the face of an invisible enemy: illness.
Ashley Zambelli is a woman from Michigan, who was diagnosed with Down syndrome only when she was 23. She was not showing any obvious symptoms that are common for this condition. Now, Ashley has taken to Instagram to tell people more about her unusual case and warned them about some signs that might point to this condition.
You might associate Botox with celebrities who want to conceal their age, but there’s more to it than meets the eye. Turns out, those wrinkle-reducing injections actually have many different uses in healthcare as well, and now, the spotlight’s on their potential to alleviate mood disorders.
Emma Heming, Bruce Willis’ wife, has now also become his caregiver. They face new challenges together due to the actor’s illness and public exposure. Despite this, they show that their love and commitment are the pillars of their marriage and no criticism can overshadow it.
Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia after previously being told that he suffers from aphasia. However, many of his co-workers suspected he was struggling with memory since he had difficulty remembering his lines. He also seemed not fully to understand his surroundings at certain moments. Now, his daughter Tallulah opens up about the first signs that made her and her family think something wasn’t quite right.
Love is a complex emotion that can be difficult to understand. Some people experience it at first sight, while others take much longer to develop those feelings. However, researchers have conducted studies and collected statistics that shed light on the average timeline for falling in love.
The daughter of the famed zookeeper and conservationist, Steve Irwin, opened up about her history with endometriosis. In an interview, Bindi Irwin got candid about what she has learned from her painful experience and shared advice for others who might be dealing with the same health condition.
Selma Blair’s battle with MS had gone undiagnosed for 4 decades. Since then, she has had an incredible impact on the multiple sclerosis community and on how the world views it. Thanks to her experience, she was able to prevent her friend and former co-star Christina Applegate from facing a similar fate.
When choosing products to put on our skin, we should use the utmost care, and reading customer reviews is a must when shopping for skincare items online. We’ve done the job for you and selected 10 absolute hits from Amazon that have already worked wonders for thousands of happy buyers. No matter your skin issues, Amazon can offer a high-quality and reviewer-loved remedy for everything, from extremely dry skin to annoying pimples.
Although pregnancy is without a doubt a wonderful time, it often comes with pretty weird and unpleasant symptoms. And some of them might appear very early, even before your pregnancy test comes out positive. From an unusual taste in your mouth to dizziness, there are lots of annoying signs of pregnancy you surely will forget about after you have your baby.
Thanks to the upsurge in female health advocates and some vocal celebrities, the stigma and mystery surrounding menopause are finally starting to fade away. One of those famous female stars is gorgeous actress Naomi Watts, whose experience with menopause has not been an easy one, but she’s decided to share it with the world and raise awareness of this natural life transition that every woman will encounter sooner or later.
Cerebral palsy is a condition for which, unfortunately, there is no cure. However, thanks to modern medicine, there are treatments that can improve the existing symptoms and the overall quality of life. Sadly, the number of people with this condition is quite big, and about 2 to 3 children out of every 1,000 have cerebral palsy. But all of them, including Michael Kutcher, actor Ashton Kutcher’s twin brother, prove that nothing can get in your way when you are destined to do great things.
There have been many myths and misconceptions about food and diet that we’ve all been familiar with since we were kids. However, as years go by, science keeps busting more and more of them. But this doesn’t mean that everyone is aware of these myths — unless they are scientists keeping track of all the new studies. That’s why we decided to look around and see which of these misconceptions are still quite popular.
Menopause is a time of change when it comes to a woman’s mood, hormones, brain, and body. It occurs 12 months after the last period, and usually starts when you reach your fifties. It can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing.Celebrities, like Phyllis Logan, stay positive through it all and deal with the transition in a healthy fashion. Research shows that it’s also important to spend time with friends and participate in activities that you enjoy.
Ear infections have mostly been linked with children, but in reality they still affect 20% of adults. That’s absolutely normal, since adults can get affected by bacteria and viruses just like kids. And it seems that people with weak immune systems and ear inflammation are those who should be a lot more careful. The bottom line is that ear infections are very unpleasant, and you should be able to recognize them immediately in order to treat them quickly.
A recent survey has found that 73% of women don’t treat their menopause symptoms, including hot flashes, difficulties with sleep and night sweats. And even though menopause is a natural stage that all women have or will eventually go through, there are still a lot of taboo and silence around the subject. Luckily, more famous women are breaking this silence to shed the light on menopause and even talk about its bright sides.
On average, a woman will menstruate until she is 50 years old, and every period added together sums up a total of 6.5 years. In one study, 90% of people who menstruate revealed that they go through various symptoms. From 32% to 40% of people who have periods reported the pain is so severe that they’ve had to miss work or school.
Words are potent, and the best part is they can even heal — doctors who simply offer reassurance can help alleviate their patients’ symptoms. A study concluded that giving advice can make us feel powerful; however, that’s not what it’s all about. Having a mentor hover over us and direct us toward the right path can help us make good decisions and steer clear of making the same mistakes over and over again.
We know that zebras must be striped and that cats and dogs always have 4 legs and just one nose. And everything that is beyond the norm is usually called a mutation, which seems like something strange and ugly. But, in fact, animals with mutations can be really cute and charming.
Rabies is more commonly found in wild animals. While it should be a general practice to avoid them, some situations that arise while doing things like camping or hiking are out of our control. Even our pets can be affected by it. We hope you’ll never meet a rabid animal, but if it does happen, it’s important to know how to recognize it and what to do next.
Even when it seems like a situation is really bad and there’s no way out of it, our brain can actually do the trick. In critical situations, when the brain detects a risk or threat, it activates a survival system and gets ready to take immediate action.
Popular wisdom says that the human body is wise. When something’s not okay, our body has its own way of letting us know. It sends us signs or, in other words, symptoms to make sure we do something about it. For instance, you could have a headache and when going to the doctor you find out that it’s due to a contracture or cervical problems. Many people often complain about this, but don’t do anything to get to the root of the problem and fix it. So the first step is to locate and treat the areas where we feel discomfort. But then, it’s essential to try to prevent certain movements or practices that might have caused that pain in the first place.
Unfortunately, pets cannot talk, which means they cannot tell us they feel ill or whether some part of their body hurts. And even if that would prove itself useful, there is another solution. By paying special attention to sudden changes in our pet’s behavior and doing a little bit of research on what these symptoms could mean, we can avoid more serious illnesses in the future.
As humans, we’re used to talking about stress. In fact, most of us experience it on a daily basis. But as strange as it sounds, dogs can also suffer from a similar kind of stress. A stressed dog will show several symptoms which can be seen in hyperactivity or apathy, changes in behavior, or repetitive behavior. It could even the way that we deal with these symptoms that’s causing the problem in the first place — even if you never meant to upset your four-legged companion.
When it comes to finding out whether a person has a fever, the diagnosis isn’t much of a challenge. You just have to use a thermometer. In less than a minute, a digital number will settle the matter for you. However, with puppies, it’s a whole different story. Dogs and thermometers don’t always mix. So, pay attention to the signs that a fever may present in your furry friend.
There are often situations in our lives that are out of our control. They require a lot of emotional strength, which at times we actually manage to muster. But many others make us feel defeated, and the stress of always having to be strong could end up taking its toll. A study on emotional exhaustion in nurses, who are often exposed to situations of demand, control, and fatigue, found interesting evidence of what this type of exhaustion means. Taking care of your emotional life is of the utmost importance and it should always be one of your top priorities.
There are so many misconceptions about pregnancy like, “expectant women need to eat for 2, aka twice as much” or “you need to stay away from coffee during all 9 months,” that it’s really hard to choose what to believe. But not all of these myths are completely wrong. So in this article, we’d like to tell you what types of behavior and actions it’s better to abstain from during pregnancy and what you can do instead.
Today, fresh air is becoming a rare resource, meaning that, more than ever, we have to pay attention to our lungs and the signs they give us when something is not okay. It turns out that some of these signs are pretty easy to dismiss, but if you pay attention, they might help you stay healthy.
It is recommended that you get a complete physical check-up every 3 years. But you can try some quick tests at home for your peace of mind between the check-ups. These will only take about 30 seconds and give you a slight idea of whether everything is okay with your body.
Many of us wanted to become vets when we were kids. But now we’re all grown up and this dream has not come true for all of us. And it’s probably for the best. All in all, this job isn’t easy since pet doctors have to face pain and suffering every day. But the best award for those who devote their lives to treating animals is the understanding that they’ve saved one’s life.
If you often suffer from headaches, you certainly know how awful their symptoms are — along with pain, you might also experience dizziness, nausea, irregular heartbeat, and even vision problems. To prevent this condition, you should regularly train your muscles and blood vessels. A great way to do this is to perform moderate exercises for at least 10 minutes every day.
Toxins are present everywhere around us, be it in the air we breathe, the water we drink, or the food we eat. Even your favorite smartphone is a filth farm, teeming with enough bacteria to make you seriously ill. Everyday toxins are getting accumulated in our body, and if it reaches a tipping point you might get severely sick.
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that greatly influences the systems of our body from ensuring calcium supply to our bones to strengthening our immune system. We normally get this vitamin from foods, supplements, and the sun’s rays, but when something goes wrong and we face vitamin D deficiency, our body systems may break.
According to recent statics, there are 75 million pet dogs in the US alone and they are amongst the most desired pets in the world. Owning and training a dog is one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences anyone can go through. There are however a few major mistakes that most dog owners make and some important things that they neglect which can put their dog’s health at risk.
Air-built suspiciousness can ruin anyone’s life. But what if together with harmless symptoms you’re also ignoring a more serious one that indicates having a certain illness? It’s worth knowing these changes to be able to notice if something is wrong so you can visit the doctor in time.
We usually blame ACs, the wind, and low temperatures on giving us colds. Some people even think that it’s impossible to catch a common cold more than once in one season. Some of us are also sure that we should take antibiotics to prevent a cold from turning into the flu. After you read this article, you won’t believe these and other facts related to the common cold.
