In our Supporter Spotlight series, JOY magazine shines a bright light on the businesses, organizations and individuals that help the Joy to Life Foundation continue its lifesaving work and help JOY magazine tell the Foundation’s story. Here, the team at Baptist Health explains why the area’s largest healthcare provider has and continues to support the … Read More
When many women hear the diagnosis “breast cancer,” a lot of the other concerns and considerations in their lives take the back burner for a time. Pursuing treatment and taking care of themselves becomes a major priority. But if these same women are planning to have children (or more children), it’s possible that the treatments … Read More
We all get a little tense or apprehensive sometimes. We all feel fear. But when you’re often overcome with intense restlessness, panic, nervousness, dread and worry that interfere with your daily life, you may be suffering from an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders are quite common and can affect any gender, race or age group. They … Read More
When her six-year-old nephew Kyle died seven years ago, Melissa Orr, Joy to Life Foundation’s volunteer coordinator, was searching for a way to keep his memory alive. She began participating in different fundraising challenges. These events encourage people to complete some – often arduous – physical task like a long-distance run or a hike. The … Read More
Find out how leaving bitterness behind and forging ahead with forgiveness can positively impact your health. English poet Alexander Pope famously wrote, “To err is human; to forgive, divine.” And for many spiritual people, the notion of forgiveness is a central tenet of their faith, a selfless act bestowed upon someone who has wronged them … Read More
As the weather warms up, we’ll all start heading outside, and there’s no better spot to soak up some sun and spring air than your own backyard. (Plus, thanks to COVID-19, we should all be spending most of our time “staycationing” at home!) If your patio or porch style is suffering, take advantage of the … Read More
Pet owners love their animals and definitely feel loved back, but did you know that the benefits you get from Fido go far beyond friendship? You’re getting some significant boosts to your health too. Allergy Aid For decades it was thought that kids growing up with pets were more likely to develop animal allergies and … Read More
Lymphedema: What is it and how is it treated? Lymphedema is a condition affecting the body’s lymphatic system. When excess lymphatic fluid surrounds tissue cells, it causes excessive swelling in different areas of the body, most noticeably the arms and legs. Lymphedema can be caused by cancer treatments. Learn more about this issue and a … Read More
In 2012, the Centers for Disease Control reported approximately 18.1 percent of the U.S. population (or 42.1 million adults) smoked. It’s a staggering number, and the health risks these people will face are, by now, well-rehearsed. But if you think you are immune from lung cancer, heart disease or stroke because you don’t smoke, think … Read More
When you hear the word acupuncture, you may picture Hellraiser, that freaky horror-flick guy with hundreds of needles sticking out of his head. But is acupuncture really that scary? Not when you understand it. What Does it Do? Acupuncture uses small, thin needles to promote the body’s natural healing ability and to improve its overall … Read More