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One in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. It’s a formidable statistic, and for good reason, but there is a silver lining: With early detection, thousands of lives are saved each year. The American Cancer Society estimates that many more women could survive this illness if they take advantage of early detection tests.
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Simplefill explores the most effective ways to fight this disease. Continue reading
There is no archetype of clinical depression; people of varying ages and histories grapple with suicidal thoughts daily. The CDC reported 41,149 suicides in 2013, and nearly 500,000 people were admitted into hospitals with self-inflicted injuries in the same year. Continue reading
“It can make me feel like I’ve won a marathon every single day, because let’s face it, I have.”
– A cystic fibrosis patient explains what it feels like to live with the disease Continue reading
This August, we’re all about vision. In honor of National Eye Exam Month, we’ve collected the most-asked questions (and answers) about glaucoma, the most prevalent eye disease in the country. If you’re concerned that you or someone you love could have glaucoma, gather the facts below and make sure you share them with your loved ones! Continue reading
More than 2.3 million people across the planet are living with Multiple Sclerosis. Each month we explore a different chronic disease as part of our mission of promoting health knowledge. This month, we’re answering some of the questions you might have about this disease with the help of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Continue reading
This May, make your heart a priority. It deserves it after all: it’s hard at work every day, pumping 2,000 gallons of blood throughout the body. At SimpleFill we’re celebrating National Blood Pressure Month with by learning what you can do to keep your heart healthy. Continue reading
Unyielding pain, sleep loss, feelings of depression—these are just some of the symptoms that fibromyalgia patients live with every day. In this blog, we outline some of the basic details of this enigmatic and painful disorder as part of our Chronic Disease Series. Continue reading
The stress of having a chronic illness infiltrates all aspects of life. Contrary to popular belief, stress isn’t just an unpleasant emotional state, it affects you right down to the cellular level. As a result, when you’re suffering from unchecked stress, your body isn’t as able to do its best at fighting illness. Continue reading
ALS was thrown into the spotlight last year with the massive popularity of the Ice Bucket Challenge. This viral trend was meant to raise awareness, but you might be left wondering just how the disease affects those who suffer from it. Whether you’re currently living with ALS or just looking to learn more about the disease, in this blog, Simplefill outlines some of its basic facts and ways to go about managing symptoms.
We believe knowledge is power when it comes to health. This month, we’re focusing on the second-most prevalent type of cancer among American women.
Breast Cancer in the United States
If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, you should know that you’re not alone. One in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. Although this statistic might seem bleak, it’s important to remember that there are also more than 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States at this time. Modern advances in medicine have led to several options for breast cancer medication and treatment. Continue reading
