One woman’s struggle with sickle cell disease and 3 things she wishes you knew (BPT) – When Tosin Ola was a baby, she cried a lot. It wasn’t because she was hungry or cold. Tosin cried a lot because of something much worse, and her parents had no idea what it was. They thought she…
Making it count: 5 tips for choosing a health plan (BPT) – This fall millions will head to the polls to cast their vote in the mid-term elections, but they have another important choice to make as well: their health care coverage for 2019. People will have the opportunity to select or switch their health…
Considering cataract surgery? Here’s what you should know (BPT) – Betty White, 65, is no stranger to poor vision. She has worn glasses for much of her life. But recently, her glasses weren’t helping. She could no longer enjoy her favorite pastimes: playing piano and gardening. “My vision began to limit everything I did,” White…
How a healthy gut can be good for your well-being (BPT) – Whether it’s eating too many slices of pizza or constantly getting takeout, most of us have slipped on our good eating habits at one time or another. But is avoiding unhealthy foods enough to keep our bodies in top shape? While gut health is…
