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1 week ago | 
miamiherald.com | Rachel Cosma |Ann Green
When it comes to keeping your brain sharp and agile for years to come, some of the most powerful strategies are surprisingly unconventional. Exciting new studies suggest that a handful of unexpected techniques can quickly boost brainpower, improve your memory, sharpen your focus and ward off cognitive decline. Keep reading to discover how to improve your brain function naturally.
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1 week ago | 
idahostatesman.com | Rachel Cosma |Ann Green
When it comes to keeping your brain sharp and agile for years to come, some of the most powerful strategies are surprisingly unconventional. Exciting new studies suggest that a handful of unexpected techniques can quickly boost brainpower, improve your memory, sharpen your focus and ward off cognitive decline. Keep reading to discover how to improve your brain function naturally.
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2 months ago | 
firstforwomen.com | Rachel Cosma |Mirel Zaman
When Jennie Garth announced she’d had not one but two hip replacements—the first at age 48 and the second in 2024 at 52—the general response could be summed up as follows: Isn’t she too young for that? In fact, Garth herself opened up about feeling scared to talk about her hip replacement surgery due to the stigma around the procedure. “Sharing this moment with you all feels both scary and liberating,” the actress wrote in a September 2024 Instagram post.
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Jan 22, 2025 | 
womansworld.com | Cheryl Robinson |Rachel Cosma
I’ve always struggled with my weight, but three years ago, I noticed something different—my legs, especially around my knees, started to expand noticeably. I went to see a doctor, who was quick to wave away my concerns with a deeply derogatory, “Well, it’s safe to say you don’t have a tapeworm,” commenting on my larger body.
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Dec 30, 2024 | 
womansworld.com | Rachel Cosma
Few things are quite as frustrating as being unable to fall asleep at night. You spend the whole day exhausted and looking forward to bedtime, only to find you can’t find a comfortable position and you wind up tossing and turning for hours. While sleeplessness is fairly common, that doesn’t mean you have to spend hours counting sheep. Here’s how to go to sleep fast, according to the experts. What causes sleeplessness?
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Dec 26, 2024 | 
womansworld.com | Rachel Cosma
Have you noticed stiffness in your joints as you get dressed in the morning, or achiness as you head downstairs to make coffee? This could signal arthritis, a degenerative condition that can impact any of your joints and make everyday activities painful. The good news: You don’t have to let stiffness or discomfort throw a wrench in your routine. Doctors say there are easy, inexpensive (or free!) arthritis self-care remedies that can make a world of difference.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
kansascity.com | Maggie Dillard |Rachel Cosma
For decades, historical fiction has remained one of the most popular genres in the literary world. But WWII novels are specifically in demand due to their high-stakes drama and action set amid sparkling portrayals of humanity, courage and sacrifice. These novels set between 1939 to 1945 are often told in dual points of view, switching between the present and the past.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
kansascity.com | Patty Bontekoe |Rachel Cosma
Welcome back, dear readers! Whether you're gearing up for a long road trip for the holidays or a cozy weekend spent at home, we have a new batch of book recommendations for November 22 to December 5-and it's just in time for the long Thanksgiving weekend. From historical fiction to family saga, mystery, thriller and more, we guarantee there's a compelling book for every reading taste.
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
firstforwomen.com | Rachel Cosma
Health Couric shares the benefits of additional screening for women at risk of breast cancer Journalist and former show co-anchor Katie Couric has long been an outspoken cancer screening advocate. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month , she talks about all things breast health during an upcoming installment of her podcast Next Question .
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
yahoo.com | Rachel Cosma
Journalist and former Today show co-anchor Katie Couric has long been an outspoken cancer screening advocate. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she talks about all things breast health during an upcoming installment of her podcast Next Question. In the episode debuting October 9, Couric discusses cancer risks linked to dense breasts, advocating for additional screenings like a breast MRI and the racial disparities in breast cancer care and treatment. Here’s what she wants women to know.
