Heather Butterfield

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• An Open Letter to Multiple Sclerosis Spouses

  Marriage holds so much promise. Multiple sclerosis can shake the foundation to its core. When this happens, sometimes the vows once taken get lost in all of the medical and physical needs of the patient. This is a message for those spouses of MS patients who may give in to the frustration and...

• The Most Misunderstood Myths about Breast Cancer

  Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancers. It occurs mostly in women, although men can also get it. Getting diagnosed with breast cancer can be both frightening and overwhelming. Many of the known risk factors, such as age and genetics, are simply beyond our control. This is why myths...

• How Should Hospitals Handle Nurses Being Cyberbullied by Patients

  It is fair to say that a large amount of nurses working today use their care and compassion outside of the hospital, as well as within the hospital walls whilst treating patients and making conversation with the patient’s loved ones.  However,  there has been reports of conflict between nurses,...

• Can a Woman's Menstrual Cycle Affect Her Voice?

  Contrary to popular belief, a woman’s voice does not change with the menstrual cycle, according to a new study. This study shows that the voice remains steady during the various hormonal changes associated with the menstrual cycle, and does not become very high or shrill during any part of the...

• Do Certain Foods Help to Prevent Cancer?

  Studies show that many cancers are related to diet, therefore, certain diets can help to prevent cancer. Having a healthy diet is the safest and inexpensive way to reduce the risk of cancer. There are many foods that may be categorized as cancer-fighting. Many experts are of the opinion that having...

• Life and Work: Maintaining a Delicate Balance

  Finding the right balance between work and life can be difficult. According to psychologist Robert Brooks, PhD, the co-author of The Power of Resilience: Achieving Balance, Confidence, and Personal Strength in Your Life, most people put in extra hours at work thinking that their layoffs and...