Category Archives: In the Know

cancer, Conversations, Healthcare, In the Know

FYI: New York City MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY

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Source: https://www.mountsinai.org/care/radiology/services/mobile-mammography

Let’s be aware 🙂 and share.

We at Mount Sinai want to help. We offer a mobile mammography program that brings diagnostic technology to all five boroughs of New York City. Our goal is to help all women 40 and over get annual screening mammograms. We want to catch breast cancer as early as possible, when it can be most easily treated.See more

SERVICES

The best way to have a mammogram when our mobile mammography van is in your area is to make an appointment. You can call EZMAMMO (844-396-2666) for an appointment or to ask questions. We may be able to see a few people without appointments.  

All the best in Wellness!

cancer, Chemotherapy, Conversations, FYI, Healthcare, In the Know

FYI – Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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What is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held in October every year, was created in 1985 to promote screening and prevention of the disease, which affects one in eight women in the United States every year and 2.3 million women worldwide. Known best for its pink theme color, the month features a number of campaigns and programs — conducted by groups ranging from breast cancer advocacy organizations to local community organizations to major retailers — aimed at: supporting people diagnosed with breast cancer, including metastatic breast cancer educating people about breast cancer risk factors stressing the importance of regular screening, starting at age 40 or an age that’s appropriate for your personal breast cancer risk fundraising for breast cancer research.

This information is provided by Breastcancer.org.
Donate to support free resources and programming for people affected by breast cancer.

All the best in Wellness!

https://www.breastcancer.org/podcast

Men’s Breast Cancer Awareness Week Although breast cancer is much more common in women, breast cancer affects men, too. In 2021, U.S. President Joe Biden designated October 17 to October 23 Men’s Breast Cancer Awareness Week. About 2,710 American men this year are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer, and about 530 are expected to die from the disease. But lack of awareness and stigma can be barriers to detection and care. Some men, trans men, and non-binary people choose to call their cancer chest cancer.

This information is provided by Breastcancer.org.
Donate to support free resources and programming for people affected by breast cancer.

Information Links:
https://community.breastcancer.org/topics/active
Cancer Support Groups:
https://www.cdc.gov/cdc-info/healthy-living.html

acupuncture, Beauty, Conversations, FYI, headaches, Healthcare, In the Know

Just FYI: Acupuncture Defined

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The Truth Behind Acupuncture: Does It Or Doesn’t It Work?

Is cupping safe? What does it do? Is it better than acupuncture without cups?

Learn more at this link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/cupping-therapy-5216701

All the best in Wellness!

Beauty, Conversations, FYI, In the Know, skincare, sunscreen

Sunburn Remedies: Aloe Vera, Hydrosols & Essential Oils

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What are some of the SPF guidelines when using sunscreen? Why should we be interested and concerned? What are the methods we can use to soothe and alleviate the effects of sunburn, if we find ourselves in this unfortunate situation?

Listen to my recent podcast on this topic and then use the links in this post for detailed information about sunscreen, spf, and remedies for sunburn.

This podcast is available on Apple podcast, Google podcast, and other platforms of your choice. 
Just click this link to select:
https://anchor.fm/judith-guerra7.

Aloe Vera, for example, has been used for sunburn remedies. Apple cider vinegar and other remedies with recipes can also be found at the link below.

https://theherbalacademy.com/remedies-for-sunburn-and-summer-heat/

What are the signs you may recognize when you have sunburn? And, what should you do to alleviate the symptoms?
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sunburn/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355928

Is it enough to be ‘born’ with melanin protection?
True or False: Dark-skinned People Don’t Need Sunscreen | Winchester Hospital

https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2006/07/27/Dark-skinned-people-get-skin-cancer/14611154021205/

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APPS, Conversations, FYI, In the Know, pandemic

Mental Health Month – Toolkits

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I am eager to share this information for May 2022 Mental Health Month. According to its website Mental Health America (MHA) is a community-based, non-profit organization founded in 1909.

The focus of MHA is to help people who have been living with the stress of the pandemic and to provide assistance with “early identification and intervention for those at risk”. And, this year’s theme is “Mental Health Month – Back to Basics.”

FYI – Below is a description from their website:

In 2014, Mental Health America (MHA) launched our online mental health screening: a collection of online, free, confidential, anonymous, and scientifically validated screening tools to help individuals understand and learn more about their mental health.

Source: https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month

You can also signup for their Newsletter and take a Mental Health Test at the link below.
https://screening.mhanational.org/about-mha-screening/

Additional tools to help you work through issues on your own are available at the link below:
https://screening.mhanational.org/diy/

All the best for your mental well-being.

Wellness Connections Podcast link:
https://anchor.fm/judith-guerra7/episodes/Episode-41—May-is-Mental-Health-Month-e1ibigq

Aromatherapy, Beauty, Conversations, In the Know

Thanks for the Feedback

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Hello everyone, I want to take a moment to let you know that I appreciate getting your feedback when you click a ‘like’ button, or click a ‘follow’ button to receive emails from the blog posts that I create.

I have been blogging for about 10 years. Currently, I post on 4 blogs. Recently, I started doing a Podcast. I am an essential oil enthusiast. My intention is to provide interesting and useful information for your Well-being journey, and Wellness regimen.

If you would like to learn more about the topics I post, please visit my website, JudithGuerra.com

All the best for your well-being,

Judith

Beauty, cruelty-free, In the Know

FYI – Latest Cruelty-Free List

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Has it ever occurred to you that purchasing cruelty-free products is good for our planet? You can learn more at the link below.

https://biofriendlyplanet.com/eco-awareness/7-ways-cruelty-free-products-help-save-the-planet/

Find out more about the latest cruelty-free brands by clicking the link below. The list is available in this free pdf document from Cruelty-Free Kitty:
https://www.crueltyfreekitty.com/exclusive/2022-March-CF-guide.pdf

Happy Earth Day!

Conversations, headaches, In the Know

HEADACHES: Can Caffeine Help?

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I always want to share when I have an ‘aha’ moment and I think the information is something people can use for their well-being and wellness regimen.
So, when I heard that caffeine could help with headaches, I just had to find out how could that be true. It certainly was counter intuitive.

When you have a moment, listen to my brief explanation on my podcast: Judith Guerra Wellness Connections – Episode #34 for details about this topic. In addition, you can use the links provided in this post for your own research.

This podcast is available on Apple podcast, Google podcast, and other platforms of your choice. Just click this link to select:
https://anchor.fm/judith-guerra7.

I often preface information presented on my blogs and podcasts that you check with a medical professional to assess your medical care when exploring other methodologies for your well-being and wellness regimen.

The Mayo Clinic states that caffeine can provide relief and reduce pain: Learn more about the facts at their website here: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/does-caffeine-treat-or-trigger-headaches

Are you aware that The National Headache Foundation has been in existence over the past 52 years?
Learn more about them at this link: https://headaches.org/about/

At the website link below, I learned that women have more headaches than men through their lives. For example, between ages 21 and 34, the prevalence of headaches is 92% in women and 74% in men – and older people have fewer headaches.
Source: https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/geriatric-headaches

The resources about this topic are impressive. Listen to a podcast at: Heads UP – Episode 49: Caffeine and Migraine • National Headache Foundation (headaches.org)

All the best for your well-being!

Aromatherapy, Chemotherapy, COVID-19, In the Know, pandemic

SMELL and Aromatic Wellness

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As you no doubt know, there are 5 major senses: Smell, Sight, Hearing, Taste and Touch.

SMELL is the one that I have been reading about recently.

When you have a moment, listen to a brief explanation on how your sense of smell can assist your well-being.

This podcast is available on Apple podcast, Google podcast, and other platforms of your choice. Just click this link to select:
https://anchor.fm/judith-guerra7.

Based on recent observations, I believe that COVID-19 has sparked a new interest in the role smell can play in our well-being.

As a Certified Aromatherapist, I am trained in the role that aromatic tools can be used to assist in an individual’s wellness regimen. In fact, it is currently one of methods used in Integrative Medicine, which complements a person’s conventional medical program. Not as a replacement but in addition to. Users of Aromatherapy are advised to check with their doctors before engaging in these methods.

The selection of information and websites to guide you in using these methods safely is substantial. Click the links below to learn more

An Aromatic Life
https://www.anaromaticlife.com/p/the-scent-of-stillness?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web


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Conversations, COVID-19, Healthcare, In the Know

January 23 is International Integrative Health Day!

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Listen to my latest podcast to find out what tools are available with these free resources for attending to your well-being.

This podcast is available on Apple podcast, Google podcast, and other platforms of your choice. Just click this link to select:
https://anchor.fm/judith-guerra7.