Cathy Cassata

3 weeks ago | healthline.com | Cathy Cassata

Share on PinterestA mother and daughter share the same rare genetic disease that causes tumor growth throughout the body. After living with neurofibromatosis type 1 with plexiform neurofibromas (NF1-PN) for four years, daughter Samatha Pearson was accepted into a clinical trial that changed her life. The mother-daughter duo shares their journey of managing the condition and advocating for others living with the rare disorder.

3 weeks ago | businessandamerica.com | Cathy Cassata

With anti-obesity medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound exploding in popularity in recent years, there’s no shortage of chatter about surprising side effects, such as “Ozempic face” and “Ozempic butt.” Now, reports online are calling out another unexpected change triggered by these drugs, known as GLP-1s: “Ozempic feet.” The focus on foot-related side effects appears to stem from social media comments speculating that possible changes in the appearance of Sharon Osbourne’s and Oprah...

1 month ago | health.com | Cathy Cassata |Julia Landwehr |Nick Blackmer

milan2099 / Getty ImagesThe viral “11 push-up challenge” is motivating women everywhere to test their strength. Push-ups are a solid exercise, boosting muscle, bone, and heart health as you age. Experts say 11 push-ups is a good goal, but they recommend focusing on progress rather than a set number. How many push-ups can you do? After a Mel Robbins podcast clip went viral last month, people across the internet are taking on the “11 push-up challenge” to find out.

1 month ago | resources.healthgrades.com | Cathy Cassata

Natural disasters like wildfires and traumatic events like war can take a toll on those experiencing them, as well as the healthcare providers caring for them. While providers often suppress their own emotions to focus on getting their work done, this can lead to burnout. California-based therapist Anastasia Titova shares how she navigates her own mental health while caring for that of her clients.

1 month ago | resources.healthgrades.com | Cathy Cassata

Over three decades after going to prom together, Elena Hershey saved the life of her former date, Dr. Shawn Moyer. When Hershey learned that Moyer needed a kidney transplant, she felt called to help. Though Hershey wasn’t a perfect match, she still donated a kidney, which helped move Moyer higher on the transplant list. As a child, Shawn Moyer, MD, contracted an infection that affected his kidney and required him to undergo a kidney transplant at 16 years old. “I received a cadaver kidney.