By: Sahra Mohamed Advocating for yourself in a medical setting has become a form of protection. Whether it’s a routine checkup or a specialist consultation, patients must take an active role in their care to ensure they’re seen, heard, and treated appropriately. For people of color, especially Black, Indigenous, and Latino patients, self-advocacy can be …
Category: Health
By: Sahra Mohamed For millions of people across North America, living with allergies is a relentless battle against daily threats. For those who have experienced anaphylactic shock, the traumatic aftermath isn't just physical, it’s psychological too. Simple pleasures like dining out, attending social gatherings or even walking past a food truck, all carry calculated risks …
By: Sahra Mohamed In the United States, Black women continue to face the highest risk of dying from pregnancy-related causes. Despite recent declines in the national maternal mortality rate, Black women are still dying at an alarming rate. In fact, their mortality rate was the only one that didn’t decline, according to the Centers for …
By: Sahra Mohamed Sibling relationships are often romanticized as lifelong bonds that withstand the test of time. However, for many, these relationships can cause deep emotional distress, especially when boundaries are disregarded and there's no respect. While conflicts among siblings are normal, there are cases where the best option for one’s mental health is to …
By: Sahra Mohamed Hospital wait times and their impact on patient care in Canada have become increasingly difficult to navigate, with overcrowded emergency rooms and prolonged delays affecting hospitals nationwide. Staffing shortages, increased patient demand, and limitations in infrastructure have contributed to the growing concern on the healthcare system. Surrey Memorial Hospital (SMH) in British …
By: Sahra Mohamed In today's rapidly evolving society, women often face conflicting messages about their sexuality and societal expectations. Media portrays unattainable beauty standards, leading to confusion about self-worth and personal boundaries. It's crucial to empower young girls to find validation from within, recognizing that true confidence comes from understanding one's own boundaries. Open dialogue …
By: Sahra Mohamed Trust is one of the most fragile yet essential aspects of human relationships. When someone we confided in breaks that trust, whether a friend, partner, or coworker, the impact of their actions can be upsetting. The memories of shared moments may remain, but when their actions contradict the bond you believed in, …
Living with bipolar disorder can feel like having no control over your own mind, especially when you hear about an episode from someone else’s perspective. This is a reality for many people dealing with a bipolar disorder, which involves extreme mood swings between manic highs and depressive lows. Things can get even more complicated when …
By: Sahra Mohamed Taking care of your mental health is just as crucial as maintaining your physical well being. However, for many individuals, prioritizing mental health can feel like an impossible task due to demanding routines, financial constraints, and overwhelming life circumstances. Mental health is often discussed loosely in society, but when we examine the …
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