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From the ovaries, outward, all about female-focused health and medicine.
UTIs in Women: Why They Keep Coming Back and How to Stop Them
For many women, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are more than just a one-time problem. They become a frustrating cycle — a few days of relief, followed by burning, urgency, and discomfort all over again. This revolving door of symptoms can feel endless, leading not only to physical discomfort but also to emotional exhaustion.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
Perimenopause vs. Menopause: What’s the Real Difference?
Many women approach their 40s and 50s with questions about the changes happening in their bodies. You may notice irregular periods, sudden hot flashes, mood shifts, or a change in sleep quality. But is it perimenopause? Is it menopause? The two terms are often used interchangeably, yet they refer to distinct stages in a woman’s reproductive journey. Understanding the difference is essential—not just for managing symptoms, but for maintaining long-term health.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
15 Days Without Sugar: A Sweet Change
15 Days Without Sugar: A Sweet Change By: Abdullah It all started on a Monday morning when I was scrolling through my social media feed, sipping my usual cup of tea sweetened with two heaping teaspoons of sugar. A short video caught my attention: “Quit sugar for just 15 days, and your body will thank you.” The woman in the video claimed she felt more energetic, lost weight, and even had better skin just by cutting out refined sugar.
By Abdullah Khan 6 months ago in Viva
How to Know If You Have PCOS: Symptoms Most Women Overlook
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, affects millions of women worldwide. Yet, it often hides in plain sight. Many live with its effects for years without realizing what’s happening inside their bodies. Because the condition varies so widely in how it presents, it’s easy to miss the early signs. Even doctors can overlook subtle symptoms if they don’t appear alongside the more obvious indicators like irregular periods or weight gain.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
The Day I Switched Off My Phone and Lived
The Day I Switched Off My Phone and Lived By: Abdullah I didn’t mean to do it. It started as a dare a self-imposed challenge inspired by one of those articles that claimed “Unplugging for 24 hours will change your life.” Normally, I scroll right past that kind of thing while double-tapping memes and checking who viewed my story. But that morning, as I sat in bed, neck aching from bending over my phone for an hour before even brushing my teeth, the thought hit me: When was the last time I did nothing… without a screen in my hand?
By Abdullah Khan 6 months ago in Viva
Hormonal Imbalance in Women: Symptoms, Causes, and Natural Fixes
Hormones are powerful chemical messengers. They quietly regulate nearly every function in a woman’s body—sleep, metabolism, mood, reproduction, and even how skin looks. When these delicate chemical levels shift too far out of balance, the effects can be subtle at first, then progressively harder to ignore.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
Why Am I Always Tired as a Woman? Hidden Causes You Shouldn’t Ignore
If you constantly feel drained no matter how much you sleep, you're not alone. Many women silently battle a deep, unrelenting fatigue that doesn’t go away with a cup of coffee or a few extra hours of rest. The exhaustion can be physical, mental, emotional—or a complex combination of all three. And while feeling tired now and then is normal, being tired all the time isn’t.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
Whispers of the Morning Walk
Whispers of the Morning Walk By:( Abdullah Khan ) The world was still asleep when I stepped outside. The air was crisp, carrying that faint chill only mornings know. My shoes crunched lightly against the pavement as I began my walk, the neighborhood wrapped in a blanket of soft silence. It wasn’t just a routine anymore—it was my favorite part of the day.
By Abdullah Khan 6 months ago in Viva
My Body, My Journey
My Body, My Journey By: [Abdullah] If you had asked me ten years ago how I felt about my body, I would have answered with a shrug — or worse, a list of everything I wished I could change. I treated my body like a never-ending project, one that was always behind schedule and never quite “good enough.”
By Abdullah Khan 6 months ago in Viva
National Wellness Month Spotlight: How FDNY's Rapping Firefighter Processes Trauma Through Bars by NWO Sparrow
DOUBLE DUTY: HOW LEAH RAY BALANCES THE FDNY & HIP-HOP WITHOUT MISSING A BEAT BROOKLYN, NY—The weight of a 50-pound hose still lingers on Leah Ray’s shoulders as she steps into the dim glow of the recording booth. For this FDNY firefighter, music isn’t just a passion, it’s therapy. “Some days, the sirens don’t stop ringing in your head,” she confesses, adjusting her headphones. “But when the beat drops? That’s when I finally exhale.”
By NWO SPARROW6 months ago in Viva
Brow Lamination: The Ultimate Guide to Perfect, Fluffy Brows
Are you looking for a way to transform your eyebrows and achieve that effortlessly polished look? Brow lamination might be exactly what you need. This trending beauty treatment has taken the world by storm, offering fuller, perfectly shaped brows without the need for daily makeup. In this blog, we’ll explain everything about brow lamination — what it is, how it works, the benefits, and why it might be the perfect solution for you.
By Alysaa Healy6 months ago in Viva
