So in this week of THCB’s 20th birthday it’s a little ironic that we are running what is almost a mea culpa article from Jeff Goldsmith. I first heard Jeff speak in 1995 (I think!) at the now defunct UMGA…
Month: August 2023
“Nothing shapes our journey through life so much as the questions we ask.” ~Greg Levoy “My Way” by Frank Sinatra has been a bit of a soundtrack to my life. When it comes to my career path, I have opted…
Matthew Holt Hard to believe it but 20 years ago (Aug 12 2003) I started writing THCB! Somehow 20 years later it’s still here. Lots of changes over the years. Hundreds of people have written for THCB, thousands have been…
Jennifer Holder, community leader of Webmd’s Facebook RA group, got diagnosed with RA before she turned 30, but it wasn’t an easy path. Her concerns were first misdiagnosed as carpal tunnel but she persisted in finding out why her body…
When Jennifer Holder, community leader of Webmd’s Facebook RA group, has an RA flare up, she knows she’s missing out: on sleep, hydration and taking care of herself. Tending to her diet and exercise routine keep her on track and…
It’s understandable to feel nervous about telling your family and friends that you have breast cancer. “Sharing bad news is hard,” says Susan Brown, a registered nurse and senior director of education and patient support at Susan G. Komen. “You…
Breast cancer treatment can change how you look and feel. Whether it’s shifting what you wear or how you decide to handle hair loss from chemo, you’re still in charge. Buying a wardrobe that fits and makes you feel…
During menopause, your body goes through a lot of changes. They include your weight, body shape, and hormone levels. But the good news is there are ways to feel your best during this time. In the WebMD webinar “How Menopause…
Rheumatoid arthritis can take a toll on your mental health. Jennifer Holder, community leader of Webmd’s Facebook RA group, talks about how her friends get her through the tough days – and how accomplishments both big and small are worth…
“You will never forget a person who came to you with a torch in the dark.” ~M. Rose You never know the impact you might have on someone at any given moment. It may be entirely unknown to you. While…