When you have diabetes, it can be challenging to eat during the holidays so that your blood sugar is under control. But you CAN do it! Take the quiz here for tips on how you can enjoy holiday feasts and control your blood sugar.
The facts are clear. Women who have regular mammograms are less likely to need surgery to remove a breast or to need chemotherapy and more likely to be cured. And now, thanks to mammograms and state-of-the-art cancer treatment, most women with early breast cancer are expected to be long-term survivors. And yet, some women still put off getting a mammogram. Let’s look at the reasons—and see why these excuses just don’t add up.
“You must accept certain things in life. That doesn’t mean you like them. But accepting them relieves you of resentment that can cause a lot of problems. Then you can move forward in a positive way.” —Cheryl M., SCAN member and Peer Advocate
Taking these five steps to protect your heart during the holidays will make it less likely you have a heart attack, stroke or other heart problems.
If you’re a caregiver who feels more stress than good cheer during the holidays, consider trying these seven stress-busters to create a more joyful holiday season for you and your loved one.
You'll still have a fitness benefit next year, but it is changing—for the better!
