Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a widespread problem that has been estimated to affect up to 40% of women. It has far-reaching effects on a woman’s life, which may include impaired body image and self-worth, as well as relationship discord. Unfortunately, only a small percentage of women seek medical attention. Female sexual function — what […]
Dieting vs. Lifestyle Changes: Sustaining Weight Loss for the Long Term
How many times have you been on a diet in your lifetime? Some people are successful in losing weight in the short-term, but once they abandon their diet of choice the weight piles back on. Those who actually commit to long-term lifestyle changes are typically more successful in keeping the weight off. Dr. Jennifer Selensky, […]
Performing Through Endometriosis Pain: Jessica Jolia’s Story
Each day, people around the world battle with invisible illnesses and conditions. You may not be able to see their pain or struggles — yet they are there. One person who knows about this all too well is Jessica Jolia. Jessica is an accomplished artist, producer and songwriter based out of Southern California. She has […]
Gut Health for Women: Care for and Feed Your Second Brain
Many of us focus more on how our bellies look on the outside than how well they function on the inside. But more than 100 million women in the United States have gut health issues, and women are more likely to experience chronic digestive diseases than men. The health of your gut may not seem […]
Count the Health Benefits of Corn This Summer
It wouldn’t be summer in North Carolina without sweet, summer corn to brighten up your diet. Native to North Carolina, corn (also known as maize) grows here primarily in the coastal plains where the rich soil is ideal. It’s typically planted in April, and is harvested during the summer months – making it the perfect […]
A Healing Journey at WakeMed Children’s
Twice a week, Jack Montgomery drives himself to WakeMed for outpatient therapy. He’s pretty proud of that because not that long ago, there was a lot of uncertainty about his future mobility and independence after a frightening car accident in June 2021 left him with a spinal cord injury, concussion and broken clavicle. It was […]
Pregnancy and Weight Gain: How to Achieve a Healthy Weight and Stay on Track
It’s one of the most common pregnancy myths: When you’re expecting, you’re “eating for two.” In reality, the average pregnant woman needs to eat just a few hundred calories more per day, which is the equivalent of two or three small snacks. Eating more than that can lead to too much weight gain, which can […]
Let’s Talk About It! Self-Harm & Suicide
Self-Harm and suicide can be tough topics for many people to wrap their minds around, and just thinking about them can also bring up a lot of emotions and triggers for people with post-traumatic stress disorder. Suicide is now the second most common cause of death among young people between ages 10-24. Yes, You Should […]
14 Dog Bite Prevention Tips
What’s not to love about a dog? They are furry, cuddly, playful friends. Many dog breeds are great for families and enjoy spending time with everyone in the household, including their mischievous, little humans. So, to keep the good times going and prevent challenging behaviors, such as dog aggression, read our PSA on dog bite […]
139 Pounds Down and Counting: Kristina Plane’s Duodenal Switch Story
Losing weight is tough and the busier life is — with work, family and more — the harder it is to take off the pounds. Kristina Plane is no exception. An active wife, mom and career woman, she needed help losing weight. At 320 pounds, after years of struggling to lose weight on her own, […]
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