Category Archives: Women’s Health

Access to Emergency Contraception: A Nationwide Struggle

In an ever-changing political climate with healthcare at its core, it’s no surprise that issues involving women’s health are still up for great debate around the country. When it comes to topics of abortion, birth control, and emergency contraception, opinions vary greatly. The consequence? Access to these services and products seem harder to get than … Continue reading Access to Emergency Contraception: A Nationwide Struggle

Diabetes and Contact Lenses: A Technological Connection

For millions of people all over the world, diabetes has become a way of life. Not only do diabetics have to monitor their blood sugars, they must be aware of any other health issues that come along with diabetes including heart, eyes and nervous system conditions like Neuropathy.  While many diabetics with type II are … Continue reading Diabetes and Contact Lenses: A Technological Connection

Diet Soda and Calories – Empty Calories and What You May Want to Consider

It is a Thursday afternoon and you have been working heavily on a project. Lunch is way past, and dinner is soooooooo far away! You are thinking about something to eat, however the bowl of candy and left over donuts in the conference room are not on your “healthy” eating plan. The only things that … Continue reading Diet Soda and Calories – Empty Calories and What You May Want to Consider

5 Tips to Getting Your New Year’s Resolutions Started in 2014!

It is that time of the year, the time when we look closely at the things that we want to start changing for the new year, and most of the time it is revolving around our health. Giving up smoking and losing weight are definitely at the top of the list for most resolution makers. … Continue reading 5 Tips to Getting Your New Year’s Resolutions Started in 2014!

Government Shutdown = Healthcare Crisis? How the Shutdown is Already Hurting Families

The biggest news these days is most definitely the government shutdown. It seems to be that the big focus seems to be who is to blame and who is going to get the federal government working again, however there are many stories that are unheard. Many programs that are set up to help low-income families … Continue reading Government Shutdown = Healthcare Crisis? How the Shutdown is Already Hurting Families