With the warmer weather and an abundance of flowers blooming, most of us are enjoying getting outside to work in our gardens, stroll the neighborhood or hike in one of the many parks along the Coast. It’s not unusual to spot an unfamiliar plant growing along the trail or popping up unannounced in the flower […]
2024
Yearly Archives
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By Jenni Murray Spring is a-springing — bringing with it all the joys of beautiful weather and blooming flowers that beckon you outside (unless you have a pollen allergy, and then maybe don’t). It’s a time of rebirth, a truly magical season. But for moms, spring also brings chaos: spring sports, end-of-the-year parties to plan, […]
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(left to right) Tyree McDonald, Linda Perkes, Ashley Tribble, Cynthia Chauvin, Naomi Strawhorn, Lauren Saucier and Tanisha Lamb; in front is Remi III, Mississippi’s only courthouse facility dog By Naomi Strawhorn At CASA of South Mississippi, compassionate community members have volunteered and stepped forward to advocate for the region’s most vulnerable children. CASA, or Court […]
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By Katherine Sutton In their noble pursuit of serving others, caregivers often find themselves neglecting their own needs and wellbeing. The demands of their role can be all-consuming, leaving little time or energy for self-care. But to be at their best, caregivers must carve out moments for themselves, particularly spending time in nature. Outdoor activities […]
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The prevalence of fraud ends up costing all of us more money. Insurance fraud is intentionally deceiving an insurance company for financial gain. It could involve falsifying information, inflating the value of damages or other deceptive behavior. Those who submit bogus claims will have coverage denied and likely canceled. Fraud is illegal and will result […]
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MY HEALTH CHALLENGE In October of 2021, I found a lump in my left breast via a self-examination. I was 38 and had been diligent about my yearly gynecological exams, but I was two years shy of the recommended age to begin mammograms. By November of 2021, I had my first mammogram, and I was […]
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If you or someone you love has fought a mental health battle, you know medications don’t always bring relief. But for those who are struggling with serious depression, obsessive compulsive disorder and other conditions, Gulf Coast NeuroSpa offers hope. With locations in Gulfport and Ocean Springs, the mental health clinic opened in 2020 and is […]
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May is National Women’s Health Awareness Month — an opportunity to encourage women to prioritize their wellbeing. Often overlooked, proper vein health can contribute to the satisfaction women feel with their overall health. Studies estimate that 40% of the U.S. population has chronic venous insufficiency, which occurs more frequently over the age of 50 and […]
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Sherri has a bubbly and nurturing personality, but these qualities were dimmed for years due to a crippling pain for which she was continually misdiagnosed. After a decade of discomfort, she finally received the correct diagnosis for what was keeping her from sleeping, eating, drinking and even hugging her grandkids comfortably: trigeminal neuralgia. WHAT IS […]
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By Dr. Brian Pitre As the saying goes, prevention is better than a cure. Regular checkups and screenings are important parts of everyone’s preventive care. They are key for maintaining good health and reducing your risk of serious health conditions. Two of the most important screenings for women are for breast cancer and colorectal cancer. […]