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Why do my breasts hurt? 9 common causes of breast pain and how to manage them

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Breast pain, also known as mastalgia, is a common concern among women. Although common, it can be alarming—but keep in mind that breast pain is rarely a sign of a serious underlying condition. It’s unusual for breast cancer to cause...

Getting mentally fit after baby: 7 ways for busy new mothers to prioritize their mental health

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What do you think when you hear the word “healthy?” Chances are you thought of someone who is physically fit. When it comes to health, we’ve been trained to think of the physical aspects of health first, and not the...

Is it “Baby Blues” or postpartum depression? How to tell the difference

Pregnancy

May 24, 2023

Your baby has been born. You’ve stared at them in awe. You’ve kissed them a million times. You’re amazed at what you’ve accomplished. Yet, you still feel a little sad. Why? What you’re experiencing is called the “Baby Blues”...

Postpartum pelvic health: Common symptoms and how pelvic floor physical therapy can help

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After having a baby, it’s completely normal to feel like you’re not quite yourself. Recovery looks different for every mom, and it can seem like the road to getting back to “normal’” takes a long time. As you heal, prioritizing...

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Son steps up to donate liver, saving his mom’s life

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When Carol Jaster needed a liver transplant due to her autoimmune condition, both of her adult children stepped up to help—including offering to be a donor. While both her son and daughter have busy careers and families, giving their mom...

How to take control of your colorectal cancer risk in 6 easy steps

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When it comes to colorectal cancer screening and prevention, it’s not something you want to put off. The good news is, there are steps you can take today to take control of your risk factors. Here’s what to know...

6 of the best ways to improve your memory and brain health

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Despite any age differences, we all have something in common—who wouldn’t want a better memory and a sharper mind? That desire grows stronger in many of us as we grow older and our bodies age. Read More

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What to expect during knee replacement surgery

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The prospect of ongoing, worsening knee pain is not an appealing one. For some people, though, the idea of a knee replacement procedure is even less so. Throughout my career as an orthopedic surgeon, I have performed countless knee replacements...

What’s normal during postpartum (and what’s not)

Pregnancy

May 18, 2023

Hey there, mamas. Motherhood is a wild ride, and the journey just after childbirth—aka the postpartum period—is no exception. After delivering your little bundle of joy, you may feel like you need a cheat sheet on what to expect (and...

Healing after baby: Postpartum recovery after vaginal delivery

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You just did something amazing—you gave birth to a beautiful baby! Bringing a baby into the world is a wonderful and life-changing experience, but it is certainly no small feat. The physical and emotional changes that happen in the first...

Why it's time to talk about postpartum anxiety

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There is so much excitement and joy when a new baby joins your family, but adjusting to life with a little one is also stressful. From monitoring the number of ounces they’re getting to wondering if you’ll ever sleep again,...

Mastitis 101: How to tell if you have it and what to do

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If you’re breastfeeding, you may have heard about a condition called mastitis—or maybe you’re wondering whether the pain you’re experiencing is due to mastitis. Mastitis is a common infection that can affect women who are breastfeeding when bacteria enters the...

Celebrating 10 years of Scrubbing In with exciting changes

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We have reached an incredible milestone, celebrating a decade of bringing hands-on healthcare discussions to you. During the 10 years since we first launched the Scrubbing In blog, we've had the privilege of sharing unique patient stories, breaking healthcare...

Unlocking the potential of biomarkers for colorectal cancer

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1 in 23. Those are the odds in 2022 for men of developing colorectal cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. The odds only slightly improve for women, with the current risk rate at 1 in...

Why I love being a nurse: 5 RNs share what nursing means to them

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Nurses are many things—our caregivers, our advocates, our hand-holders, our cheerleaders and bedside companions. Our unshakable guardian angels. If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a nurse’s loving, expert care, you know firsthand how a simple vitals check and...

Could exercise hold the key to improving “long COVID” symptoms? Baylor Scott & White researchers explore

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Though the spread of COVID-19 has thankfully waned, many people are still feeling the after-effects of what is referred to as “long COVID.” The cases of long COVID are becoming so common that lawmakers introduced a bill to fund research...