How to Restore Attractive Breasts after Breastfeeding

Women desire a firm, attractive bustline, but pregnancy and breastfeeding can drastically change the shape and size of the breasts. Due to specific hormones, your breasts go through a process during pregnancy that prepares them for breastfeeding. However, after breastfeeding, the breasts tend to deflate, sag and become droopy. The good news is that moms …

November is American Diabetes Month

November is celebrated as American Diabetes Month to raise awareness about this chronic condition. November 14 is observed as World Diabetes Day by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO). This year’s theme for American Diabetes Month is “Everyday Reality”. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) explains, “For those who’ve been diagnosed, …

October 14 – 20 is International Infection Prevention Week

International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) is observed during the third week of October each year. IIPW aims raises awareness about the role infection prevention plays to improve patient safety. In 2018, IIPW runs from October 14-20 with the theme: Protecting Patients Everywhere. The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) is the leading …

October 10 Is Observed as World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day (WMHD) is observed on the 10th of October every year for increasing mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. It is a global observance supported by the United Nations (UN), to raise public awareness about mental health issues worldwide. This event also promotes open discussions on illnesses, as well …

Celebrate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers found in American women, other than skin cancers. So, to increase awareness regarding this, October is observed as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) (October 1-October 31). NBCAM is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of …