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A few years ago, a photo of a dress—excuse me, The Dress—tore the internet apart arguing over what color it was. Now, there's an audio version that's dividing us from our friends and families. This time, we're dealing with a short audio clip that some people hear as "yanny" while others hear it as "laurel." […]
When I was 22 years old, my father lost his battle with cancer. I had just graduated college and had no plan for my immediate future, other than paying my rent and hanging out with friends. After he died, I was spiraling. The stress of my grief and lack of a plan for my life […]
What's the best way to treat pregnancy acne? Answers from Lawrence E. Gibson, M.D. Pregnancy acne can be treated with self-care and medication. Pregnancy acne isn't a special form of acne. Some women simply seem to have trouble with acne during pregnancy. The likely culprit is an overproduction of oil (sebum)—which happens when certain hormones […]
As exciting as being pregnant may be, the whole process can be tough on your body—even more so if you're having twins or multiples. Real Housewives of Orange County star Meghan King Edmonds is currently 33 weeks pregnant with twin boys and says she’s definitely uncomfortable—to the point where she is having some trouble breathing. […]
I’ve had severe food allergies for as long as I can remember. Peanuts and seafood (shellfish and fish) are the biggest culprits. If I ingest these foods, even in trace amounts, I don’t just develop hives or feel sick to my stomach—I could need two injections of epinephrine and a visit to the ER. Yet, […]
As anyone who's had anxiety can tell you, the last thing you need when you're in the middle of an intense anxiety or panic attack is an audience. In fact, Patti Murin, who plays Anna on Broadway's Frozen, decided to call out of a show when she had one about a month ago. Now, in […]
When you hear "psoriasis," you probably think of red, irritated skin. And while that's partially what it is, psoriasis goes much deeper than that. Psoriasis is actually a chronic condition that brings on many physical and emotional symptoms that don't just have to do with a person's skin. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that occurs […]
Anxiety affects almost all of us in small ways. Before giving a speech or doing something new, we might feel unsure, unprepared or nervous. Some of those feelings may well manifest in physical symptoms like shortness of breath, clammy hands or headaches. However, to people who have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder or who […]
Let's get some things straight right off the bat: Alopecia is not a sign of cancer or that someone is going through chemotherapy. Not everyone who has alopecia loses all their hair. And, of course, it's not something anyone needs to be ashamed of. Unfortunately, far too many people with alopecia have been subject to […]
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) is not stopping her anti-abortion fight anytime soon. “We know that our work is not done, that we must continue to work together to change the hearts and minds,” she said on Saturday during an annual event organized by a Christian group, the Faith and Freedom Coalition, The Des Moines Register reported. Reynolds […]
You've followed the usual tips for getting enough sleep—sleeping on a regular schedule, avoiding caffeine and daytime naps, exercising regularly, and managing stress. Still, it's been weeks and a good night's sleep remains elusive. Is it time for an over-the-counter sleep aid? Here's what you need to know if you're considering medication to help you […]
Gabrielle Union wants other people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to know they're not alone. This month, she filmed a video for the Child Mind Institute's #MyYoungerSelf campaign, and in it, she talks about how she learned to live with her PTSD. "Hey guys, it's Gabrielle Union, and I'm here to tell you that I […]
Whether you're talking teenage acne or a chronic condition like psoriasis, far more of us deal with skin issues than don't. But that (of course) doesn't mean your skin isn't beautiful or that you don't deserve to be seen. In a new campaign from British fashion brand Missguided, the models show a diversity in size […]
Last year, I celebrated Mother’s Day with my two sweet girls, Hannah and Gretchen, then ages 4 years and 23 months. I was also awaiting the arrival of my unborn son, Caleb, whom I had been carrying for about 33 weeks at the time. This Mother’s Day will be very different. My two sweet girls […]
Women are often socialized to put our own needs second, and society seems to regularly relegate women to secondary, if not tertiary, levels of priority. What disturbs me, though, is that it’s not just a woman’s needs, wants, hopes and dreams that take a proverbial backseat. Their pain does, too. In fact, the first to […]