If you’re still wearing cloth masks, now is the time to upgrade. Experts warn that the Omicron variant, which is now the dominant strain of Covid-19 in the U.S., is far more transmissible than other variants, and cloth masks aren’t enough to protect us anymore. However, many of us have been reluctant to put aside our…

As we welcome spring, it’s time to shake off those late-winter blues. Follow these tips and you’ll sail through your busiest days with ease. 1. To end tiredness: Do micro moves. Move the large muscles in your legs for 60 seconds — dancing to your favorite tune, stomping up and down a set of stairs,…

Whether it’s hot or chilled, we can all agree that there’s something so comforting about drinking a cup of tea. Plus, it can boost our health in so many ways! If you’re looking to switch up your regular brew, we suggest trying rosehip tea. It has benefits that help with alleviating aches and pains, lowering…

There are countless reasons why people don’t want to go to the doctor. But Queen Latifah wants to help them change their minds. The acclaimed actress and singer-songwriter opened up to FirstForWomen.com about why she thinks so many folks are uncomfortable about annual checkups, and how she hopes she can help put their minds at…

It’s currently estimated that around 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease, and that 60 percent of those suffering are unaware of their condition. Women are also five to eight times more likely than men to have issues with their thyroid, and one in eight women will develop a thyroid disorder at some…

Right now, we’re all doing our best to practice social distancing and stop the spread of the COVID-19. Even though we’re staying indoors for the most part, we want to make sure we’re taking all the preventative measures to ensure that we’re not tracking germs into our home.  If you’re wondering whether or not COVID-19…

Hitting the 12-week mark of your pregnancy is always such an exciting time. You can officially announce your happy news to the world, and there’s no more hiding the nausea, or making up questionable excuses to refuse a drink. My husband Sean and I were ecstatic as we excitedly shared the news on Facebook that…

These days, our concerns about “sick season” have grown beyond dreading a simple cold or flu. While nothing can make us totally invulnerable to viral attacks, strengthening the body’s nasal immunity can help, asserts physician-scientist William W. Li, M.D. “Think about your immune system as super soldiers. Different special forces do different things,” he explains.…

Considering you spend a third of your life in bed — sleeping, reading, resting, talking, or whatever else you like doing — your bedroom should be a restful sanctuary where you feel comfortable and relaxed whether you’re asleep or awake. If you can’t remember the last time you had a good night’s sleep, here are…