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Rebekah Kuschmider has been writing about culture, health, and politics since 2010. Her experience includes blog posts, press releases, industry analysis, program reports, emails, newsletters, and social media posts. Her bylined work has been seen at WebMD, The Candidly, MedicineNet, YourTango, Health, Scary Mommy, Salon, and the Huffington Post. In addition, Rebekah writes custom content for medical offices, small businesses, PR firms, and non-profits. Rebekah lives in Maryland with her husband, two kids, and a dog who sheds a lot.
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Going back to college as an adult is different from starting as a recent high school grad, but it's not impossible. With resources like C2C, adults in Mississippi can get coaching and financial support to return to college and complete a degree.
From Cori's cycle to APGAR score, today's medical professionals can look back and thank pioneering women who advanced our understanding of medicine and science, as well as women who revolutionized how medicine is practiced today.
Health and Wellness
When you have back pain, you want to relieve it as quickly and effectively as possible. Taking medication for pain can be helpful, but you may not want to rely on painkillers if you have chronic or recurring pain. You can use other treatment methods to safely take the edge off back pain.
Surgery to change the appearance of your body is a common choice for all kinds of people. There are many reasons that people might want to alter their appearance. For transgender or gender non-conforming people, making changes to their bodies is a way of affirming their identity.
If you're like many Americans, you probably spend a lot of your waking hours looking at screens. For many of us, computer use is necessary for work and school. Phones and tablets draw our attention for communication, news alerts, and social media.
Mental Health
Dyscalculia is a learning disorder that affects a student's ability to perform mathematical operations. Students with dyscalculia have difficulty with number-related concepts and struggle to perform other basic math skills. By some estimates, as many as 3-7% of students have this condition. Signs of dyscalculia may be evident as early as preschool.
Learn how Telemynd is destigmatizing mental health care during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Beauty
Living in a city like New York means exposing your skin to all kinds of pollution. Between the cars on the street and the emissions from building ventilation systems - plus the general grime in the subway stations - there's no escaping airborne pollution.
Hair Transplant Specialists - New York City (NYC) uses a revolutionary technique called FUE for facial hair transplants for beard, mustache, and eyebrows.
Dermal fillers are things that a doctor can inject under your skin to replace the volume that you've lost with age. They're among the most popular cosmetic procedures in the U.S. thanks to their relatively low price and lack of recovery time. Doctors inject fillers in their offices.
Analysis
New research from the World Health Organization shows that the leading causes of premature death aren't related to Covid-19 or other infectious diseases. Instead, the report emphasizes that non-communicable diseases ... Continue reading "Non-Communicable Diseases Continue to Threaten Longevity and Quality of Life"
In September 2019, the League launched its national redistricting effort People Powered Fair Maps™ (PPFM). PPFM aimed to create greater transparency, fairness, and public participation in the redistricting process, which determines voting access, partisan representation, and federal funding for communities across the country.
Published on Jul 26, 2022 Topic/Category: Wound Care/Procedures The COVID-19 pandemic had a notable effect on medtech markets worldwide. The wound care products market was severely affected by the reduction in surgical procedures. Elective procedures were postponed, and the volume of emergency surgical procurers could not make up for the difference.
Staffing in hospitals and other healthcare facilities is one of the most critical priorities for administrators. Ensuring enough nurses, support [...]
Senior Living
Learn how senior living communities can keep residents connected with their families.
Explore the latest solutions and technologies transforming senior living dining services for a personalized and engaging dining experience.
May is Older Americans Month, a time to celebrate the lives and contributions of people ages 65 and older.
Legal
Are you a mother trying to get sole custody of a child in Florida? The Law Offices of Travis R. Walker, P.A., can help.
The PACT law creates a presumption that burn pits are the cause of certain health conditions. Therefore, if you served in one of the duty stations that led to burn pit exposure and developed a burn pit-linked condition, you should be automatically approved for disability benefits. Learn more. 888.878.9350
Reported Pieces
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer. The World Health Organization estimates that 99% of cervical cancer cases are caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV)-types that are largely vaccine-preventable. And early detection methods are highly effective at catching pre-cancerous changes to the cervix before they get more serious.
by Rebekah Kuschmider Warning: this article contains descriptions of illness and viruses. Even in the current climate of sex positivity and baring it all on social media, there are a few sexual taboos that even the most candid amongst us are still afraid to touch. Chief among them, ST
Breast cysts are common, but finding a new mass in your breast or having an unusual mammogram result may never be any less alarming. However, learning more about breast cysts and what to expect from them might help quell some anxiety.
Fitness
Stepping up onto a raised surface like a box or a step works your quads out effectively. You are also using your other leg muscles to provide support. The action of stepping is a natural one that uses your knees and hips appropriately.
Many people want to get fit for their mental and physical well-being but don't know where to start. It's easy to be discouraged about the cost of a gym membership. Buying home exercise equipment is also a pricey proposition. The good news is that you don't need a gym or home fitness equipment to get in shape.
Tight muscles are no fun. They get achy and tired, making exercise and other activities a chore. You may also find that tight muscles leave you feeling less flexible when you try to move. A good massage can loosen up your tight spots, but if you can't get a professional massage, try a foam roller instead.
Pets
Pet owners can keep their companions safe by protecting pets from heat, knowing the signs of heat stroke, and planning for the summer.
Any dog owner can tell you there's nothing like having a loyal companion. Dogs are good pets for people of any age, as long as you choose the right dog for your lifestyle. If you're an older adult looking to find a furry, four-legged friend, here are a few things you should consider.
For folks who aren't familiar with horses, it's easy to assume that the most significant difference between horses is the color of their coats. In fact, horses are a diverse species with more than 200 different breeds. Humans first domesticated horses close to 4,000 years ago.
Parenting
Whether your child is in kindergarten or heading off to college, you want to make sure they have the skills to succeed in school. You might not understand the latest way schools are teaching math, but that doesn't mean you can't help your child set up good study habits.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children. The symptoms of ADHD aren't something parents can control or prevent, but they can help children manage ADHD. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children.
Learn how to set up an ideal homework environment, establish good study habits, and help students build study skills that will help them succeed in school.
News
Jessica Mann Testified Last Week In Harvey Weinstein's Rape Trial. The Aspiring Actress Shared A Lot Of Horrifying Details About The Two Times Weinstein Assaulted Her. The Most Shocking Detail Was That His Genitals Were Seriously Unusual-looking. Is Harvey Weinstein Intersex?
Yes. That's right. Texas passed laws to allegedly make abortion safer when abortion is already nearly perfectly safe. Our good friend Justice Breyer honed in on this yesterday, when he asked the lawyer defending the law how often Texas patients are transferred from abortion provider to hospital.