wellness
The state of being in great health, and continually striving to attain all of your goals.
Understanding STD & STI Testing: What You Need to Know
Sexual health is a vital part of overall well-being, yet conversations about it are often avoided due to stigma or discomfort. But the reality is that sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are common, and getting tested is a responsible step in protecting both your health and that of your partners.
By Nova Patient Care Fredericksburg VA6 months ago in Longevity
“How I Took Control of My Diabetes—And The Diet That Saved My Life”
How I Took Control of My Diabetes—And The Diet That Saved My Life By Umar Farooq I remember the moment like it was yesterday. The doctor looked at me with concern and said, "Your blood sugar levels are dangerously high. You have Type 2 Diabetes." At 42, I thought I was just tired, overworked, maybe a little overweight—but I didn’t think I was sick. That diagnosis hit me like a truck.
By Umar Farooq6 months ago in Longevity
How I Learned to Trust My Own Intuition
For most of my life, I looked outward for answers. I’d ask everyone—friends, family, strangers on the internet—what they thought I should do. I believed other people had the clarity I was missing. I thought their advice was more valid than my own inner knowing.
By Habib king6 months ago in Longevity
Keep Promises You Make to Yourself. AI-Generated.
Most people place a high value on keeping their word to others. From showing up for appointments to completing work on time, external commitments are taken seriously because of how we’re perceived. But what about the promises we make to ourselves? Those quiet vows—to start a habit, quit a vice, or chase a dream—often get neglected. Yet these are the very commitments that shape self-respect. When you keep promises to yourself, you build integrity from within and send a powerful message: you are worth showing up for.
By Kellee Bernier6 months ago in Longevity
My 6-Step Morning Reset for Mental Clarity
There was a time when my mornings felt like chaos. I’d wake up late, grab my phone, and scroll mindlessly through news and social media, already overwhelmed before I’d even stepped out of bed. I’d skip breakfast, rush through getting dressed, and leave the house feeling scattered, anxious, and behind.
By Fazal Hadi6 months ago in Longevity
Differences Between Medicare and Medicaid
Many people are confused about Medicare and Medicaid. Even those eligible for one or both get them mixed up. This short article explains the programs. Hopefully, readers will understand the differences and will benefit from them when they become eligible.
By Margaret Minnicks6 months ago in Longevity
Why ‘Self-Care’ Is Actually Making You More Miserable (And What to Do Instead)
Oh, darling, pour yourself a glass of something strong and settle in, because Auntie Yand is about to pop the biggest, glitteriest bubble in modern wellness culture: self-care is a lie.
By Yand Bullosy6 months ago in Longevity
