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What Does Breast Pain Really Mean? When to Worry and When Not To
Breast pain is one of those symptoms that can trigger instant anxiety. For some, it’s a dull ache that comes and goes. For others, it’s a sharp, burning sensation that seems to appear out of nowhere. The mind often leaps to worst-case scenarios. But here’s the truth: most breast pain is not linked to breast cancer. Still, it’s not something to brush aside without understanding its cause.
By Richard Bailey5 months ago in Viva
Why I Just Joined the “We Do Not Care Club”
This morning, I discovered the “We Do not Care Club,” inadvertently started by Just Being Melani. It’s sort of an unofficial club for women who have entered the perimenopausal era of their lives. You know, the beginning of the time in life when “women of a certain age” discover how tired they are, and how tired of being tired they are.
By Suzy Jacobson Cherry5 months ago in Viva
UTIs in Women: Why They Keep Coming Back and How to Stop Them
For many women, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are more than just a one-time problem. They become a frustrating cycle — a few days of relief, followed by burning, urgency, and discomfort all over again. This revolving door of symptoms can feel endless, leading not only to physical discomfort but also to emotional exhaustion.
By Richard Bailey5 months ago in Viva
Perimenopause vs. Menopause: What’s the Real Difference?
Many women approach their 40s and 50s with questions about the changes happening in their bodies. You may notice irregular periods, sudden hot flashes, mood shifts, or a change in sleep quality. But is it perimenopause? Is it menopause? The two terms are often used interchangeably, yet they refer to distinct stages in a woman’s reproductive journey. Understanding the difference is essential—not just for managing symptoms, but for maintaining long-term health.
By Richard Bailey5 months ago in Viva
15 Days Without Sugar: A Sweet Change
15 Days Without Sugar: A Sweet Change By: Abdullah It all started on a Monday morning when I was scrolling through my social media feed, sipping my usual cup of tea sweetened with two heaping teaspoons of sugar. A short video caught my attention: “Quit sugar for just 15 days, and your body will thank you.” The woman in the video claimed she felt more energetic, lost weight, and even had better skin just by cutting out refined sugar.
By Abdullah Khan 5 months ago in Viva
Hormonal Imbalance in Women: Symptoms, Causes, and Natural Fixes
Hormones are powerful chemical messengers. They quietly regulate nearly every function in a woman’s body—sleep, metabolism, mood, reproduction, and even how skin looks. When these delicate chemical levels shift too far out of balance, the effects can be subtle at first, then progressively harder to ignore.
By Richard Bailey5 months ago in Viva
Whispers of the Morning Walk
Whispers of the Morning Walk By:( Abdullah Khan ) The world was still asleep when I stepped outside. The air was crisp, carrying that faint chill only mornings know. My shoes crunched lightly against the pavement as I began my walk, the neighborhood wrapped in a blanket of soft silence. It wasn’t just a routine anymore—it was my favorite part of the day.
By Abdullah Khan 5 months ago in Viva
My Body, My Journey
My Body, My Journey By: [Abdullah] If you had asked me ten years ago how I felt about my body, I would have answered with a shrug — or worse, a list of everything I wished I could change. I treated my body like a never-ending project, one that was always behind schedule and never quite “good enough.”
By Abdullah Khan 5 months ago in Viva
How I Learned to Love My Reflection
How I Learned to Love My Reflection By: [Abdullah] For most of my life, mirrors were my enemies. Not because I was vain, but because I couldn’t stand what I saw. I’d glance at my reflection and immediately zero in on flaws: the uneven skin tone, the curve of my nose, the way my stomach never looked as flat as I wanted. My inner voice was crueler than any playground bully, and it spoke up every time I caught sight of myself.
By Abdullah Khan 5 months ago in Viva
National Wellness Month Spotlight: How FDNY's Rapping Firefighter Processes Trauma Through Bars by NWO Sparrow
DOUBLE DUTY: HOW LEAH RAY BALANCES THE FDNY & HIP-HOP WITHOUT MISSING A BEAT BROOKLYN, NY—The weight of a 50-pound hose still lingers on Leah Ray’s shoulders as she steps into the dim glow of the recording booth. For this FDNY firefighter, music isn’t just a passion, it’s therapy. “Some days, the sirens don’t stop ringing in your head,” she confesses, adjusting her headphones. “But when the beat drops? That’s when I finally exhale.”
By NWO SPARROW5 months ago in Viva
