Why Women Are Refusing RhoGAM Shots and Why You Shouldn't: Expert Q&A
There is a concerning trend of pregnant women refusing to get the RhoGAM shot. We talked with Katie Shanahan, Director of Development for Allo Hope Foundation and a mother who experienced alloimmunization during her first pregnancy. She explores this issue, sharing critical information about RhoGAM and why this preventive treatment is so important.
When Joy and Heartbreak Collide: A Caregiver's Journey through Love, Pregnancy, and Cancer
Jen French shares her extraordinary journey as a pregnant caregiver after her wife's colorectal cancer diagnosis at age 32. Learn about young-onset colorectal cancer, the importance of healthcare advocacy, and finding hope through profound loss.
Advancing Colorectal Cancer Research through Advocacy
Fight CRC Research Advocate and Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Survivor, Allison Rosen, MS, shares her unique perspective as a researcher with 12 years of basic cancer research experience and as a patient and cancer survivor on the value of advocating for research as a means to advancing colorectal cancer treatments methods of early colorectal cancer detection, and ultimately saving lives.
Understanding Alloimmunization: A Nurse's Journey with the Rare Pregnancy Condition
Learn about alloimmunization in pregnancy through one nurse's powerful story. Discover symptoms, treatments, and resources for this rare but serious pregnancy condition.
Navigating Scanxiety with Mental Health Counselor in Training Valerie Johnson
Learn about scanxiety with mental health counselor Valerie Johnson. Discover what causes this common but rarely discussed issue, and practical coping strategies for managing anxiety before, during, and after medical tests.
Fight CRC's 2025 Call-on Congress and Initiatives: A Q&A with Ben White
Fight CRC's Federal Policy Manager Ben White discusses the 2025 Call-on Congress event, rising colorectal cancer rates among young adults, and how to get involved in CRC advocacy.
How to Find Reliable Health Research: A Guide to Health Media Literacy
Learn how to find and evaluate reliable health research like a pro with this expert guide. Includes practical tips, trusted resources, and real study examples.
The Connection Between Stress and Heart Health: A Conversation with Dr. Garrett Ruth
Discover how stress impacts heart health in this insightful Q&A with cardiologist Dr. Garrett Ruth. Learn about the effects of chronic and acute stress, the science behind stress hormones, and practical strategies to protect your heart.
High Cholesterol and Statins: A Millennial's Guide to Heart Health
A guide for millennials on understanding cholesterol, heart health risks, statins, and proactive medical strategies, written with insights from a leading cardiologist.
Stress and the Thyroid: A Conversation with Thyroid Nutritionist Lindsay O’Reilly
Registered dietitian, Lindsay O'Reilly shares her experience specializing in treating thyroid disorders with nutrition to educate us on how dietary stress, chronic stress, and other stressors affect the thyroid gland’s function. She provides tips on how to address these challenges and optimize thyroid health.
The Value of Primary Care: A Conversation with Dr. Jeremy Neuman
Dr. Jeremy Neuman explains why primary care is crucial for millennials' health, discussing preventive care benefits, early detection success stories, and how to choose the right doctor.
Living with Intention for Caregivers
Read about how spousal caregiver Matt Ames has found ways to live with intention while caring for his wife.
Breakthrough Discoveries in POTS Research
Learn more about the latest breakthrough discoveries in POTS research from Dr. Sarah Diekman and YMyHealth.
Flu Prevention in the Workplace: Tips to Stay Healthy in High Transmission Areas
Want to know how to avoid the flu this season? Get flu prevention tips and approaches for 2024 from Alexandria Yarborough, PharmD.
POTS Awareness in 2024: New Understandings and Treatment Approaches
Read about the latest understandings and POTS treatment approaches for 2024 from Dr. Sarah Diekman.
Cancer Art: Rhonda Miller's Palette of Survival and Hope
Learn more about artist Rhonda Miller’s journey with breast cancer and how her art has helped her heal.
Piriformis Pain and Modern Work Life
Do you experience pain from sitting for extended periods? It might be your piriformis muscle. Click to learn more.
Flu Shot Misinformation: Debunked
Unsure about whether or not to get your flu shot? Get your answers about common flu shot myths here.
Early Psoriatic Arthritis: The Millennial Experience
Rheumatologist Dr. Diana Girnita teaches YMyHealth about psoriatic arthritis in millennials. She shares how symptoms appear in people under age 50, and the importance of exercise and complementary approaches in psoriatic arthritis, including some supplements.
From Routine Check-up to Thyroid Cancer Survivor
Read on to hear Carly Flumer's story about being diagnosed with thyroid cancer at 27 years old after a routine primary care checkup and having no symptoms.