Lauryn Higgins

3 weeks ago | theflowspace.com | Lauryn Higgins |Emily Cegielski

Hot flashes and night sweats are two of the most common and frustrating symptoms of menopause. For many women, these vasomotor symptoms (VMS) can disrupt daily life, interfere with sleep and affect overall well-being. While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been the standard treatment for years, it isn’t suitable for everyone. Some women can’t take hormones due to health risks, while others simply prefer a non-hormonal option.

1 month ago | theflowspace.com | Lauryn Higgins |Mara Santilli

UPDATE: It’s Now Possible to Get an Alzheimer’s Blood Test in Your Doctor’s OfficeThe FDA has just granted expedited approval for the Lumipulse G pTau217/ß-Amyloid 1-42 Plasma Ratio, a test that can help predict an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. It can screen for two proteins, p-tau 217 and beta amyloid, that indicate the presence of amyloid plaques in the brain, which are the protein deposits that settle in between nerve cells and cause cognitive damage.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Lauryn Higgins |Mara Santilli

UPDATE: It’s Now Possible to Get an Alzheimer’s Blood Test in Your Doctor’s OfficeThe FDA has just granted expedited approval for the Lumipulse G pTau217/ß-Amyloid 1-42 Plasma Ratio, a test that can help predict an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. It can screen for two proteins, p-tau 217 and beta amyloid, that indicate the presence of amyloid plaques in the brain, which are the protein deposits that settle in between nerve cells and cause cognitive damage.

Feb 21, 2025 | theflowspace.com | Lauryn Higgins |Emily Cegielski

In recent years, the conversation around longevity has shifted. It’s no longer just about living longer—it’s about living better. Enter, healthspan. It determines how well we live and the quality of life we have, and it’s making a name for itself in the wellness world. But what exactly does it entail and why is it becoming just as important—if not more so—than lifespan?

Jan 16, 2025 | parents.com | Lauryn Higgins

It’s a common experience for parents: Your child makes a decision you don’t quite agree with—maybe they stay up too late on a school night or decide to watch TV instead of picking up a book. Your impulse might be to correct their behavior or suggest what you would do instead. After all, it’s difficult for parents to let go of control, especially when their kid made the wrong choice. But at the same time, if parents don’t intervene, these moments might also teach kids natural consequences.