Samurai: Armor From the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Collection April 1 Location – Kimbell Art Museum 2014 Scarborough Renaissance Festival Opening April 5 & 6 Runs all month Location – Waxahachie 20th Annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival April 4-6 Location – Deep Ellum Dallas 2014 Dallas International Film Festival: The Militant April 6 Location – Angelika […]
Well, spring is here and let’s face it. Walking is a popular low-impact exercise. Now, new iPods are equipped with pedometers, half-marathons are packed with walkers and MapMyWalk.com and other apps can map and measure walking routes. But even with all of these new innovations, you’ll still want to pay attention to basics. The national […]
Most people know that their bodies are made up of a great deal of water, but may be surprised to learn that number is about 70 percent—and yet studies show we don’t drink enough to replenish what we need. Other drinks to be sure, but water? Not even close. Emphasizing this point is a study […]
When asked about sex in a survey, 47 out of 51 postmenopausal women responded that having an active sex life is important to them. Unfortunately, some women find that sex can become painful after menopause. Painful sex, also called dyspareunia, can result from vaginal changes, which can occur when a woman ‘s estrogen level decreases […]
Fertility may be the farthest thing from your mind when you’ve just received a cancer diagnosis, but it’s the right time to think about your future family. Cancer treatments can affect your ability to get pregnant or carry a baby to term. Ask your doctor about preserving your fertility before your treatment begins. Understanding how treatment may […]
No matter what season it is, skin isn’t the only thing that gets burned by sunlight. Eyes are just as sensitive, and children’s eyes are especially vulnerable. “The crystalline lens in children’s and teenagers’ eyes is more transparent than in adults, which makes them more susceptible to cornea and retina damage from the sun,” says […]
Moms are the true jacks-of-all-trades. They are the chefs who get meals on the table and lunches packed; the chauffeurs who get kids where they need to be; the doctors who bandage up scrapes; the listeners to problems big and small; the social directors of playdates and parties; and so much more. With all that […]
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a rare but severe form of morning sickness, usually occurring in the first trimester of pregnancy. Symptoms such as intractable nausea, vomiting, and dehydration are common and if not properly treated can lead to malnutrition, fluid or electrolyte imbalances and other complications. It can be difficult to distinguish between HG and […]
The fact is that you may sleep more than usual in the first three months of your pregnancy. It is normal to feel tired as your body is working over time. It is only in later months that it becomes difficult to get enough deep, uninterrupted sleep. Well, the main reason behind it is your […]
Baby is home for the first time and now you have a brand new family of three. So many new things come to mind on how you both will raise your child. You can buy books on parenting and take advice from your friends who are parents, but you’re still bound to make mistakes. Don’t […]
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