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Is There Any Hope for Bladder Pain Syndrome?

By Jovie Murtha, Women’s Health Physical Therapist It is estimated that up to 12 million Americans have symptoms of a chronic inflammatory bladder syndrome called interstitial cystitis, or bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS). It is one of the most common pelvic pain conditions in the world, and it creates urinary frequency, urgency, and pain. It can […]

Taking Action With Skin Cancer on the Rise

With the return of warmer weather and longer days, it’s good to remember that the temperature isn’t the only thing on the rise. Skin cancer rates continue to increase and cause more deaths each year, with one in five Americans expected to develop skin cancer in a lifetime. Despite progress in the fight against cancer, […]

Why I Take the Road Less Travelled

By Becky Bernard, Friends of Off-Road Cycling I have always been active, though biking never interested me beyond that magical age of 16, when I got my driver’s license and no longer needed the bicycle! I have always enjoyed being outside. As part of that, my life has been enhanced over the years with riding […]