by Christina Reardon | Jun 27, 2011
Abstract Keywords: Women’s health, women’s wellness, interactive health education, minority health, women’s obesity, women’s depression, health disparities, internet access, kiosk, underserved populations, health care, health insurance. Citation: Reardon C, McKee FX,...
by Nicole M. Seefeldt | Jun 1, 2011
Abstract Summary: Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a lung disease that strikes women in the prime of their lives. The disease is progressive and often fatal, and is caused by a proliferation of cysts that destroy healthy tissue. Complications of LAM include decreased...
by Shannon Flynn | May 16, 2011
Abstract Summary: In this first-person essay, I address the ways I deal with my physical and emotional wellbeing as someone living with bipolar disorder. I detail the strategies I utilize to counteract medication side-effects and the resulting lowered self-esteem,...
by Juhan Sonin | Apr 26, 2011
When confronted with a shockingly high number during a routine cholesterol check at work, the author realized that he knew nothing about his own health metrics. The experience led him to develop a tool called HealthCard to address the questions, “How do I become...
by Itzhak Brook | Apr 18, 2011
Editor’s Note: At first blush, you may wonder why a physician’s account of his illness and the frustrations he experienced merit a publication in this journal. But, if a doctor has this degree of anxiety, this much difficulty getting information about his...
by Malaina Poore | Apr 11, 2011
Abstract Summary: The author tells the story of her youth, which was marked by debilitating depression, and how she now lives a fulfilling adult life, thanks to the strong support of well-chosen friends and her own determination to be happy. Though she still suffers...
