Health & Wellness

Hope for the New Year

December 22, 2023 Patty Baisden

This time of year can be hard for anyone. The hubbub of the holidays and the let-down afterwards, the lack of sun, and the shorter days, can all feel very

Always Walk Together

August 3, 2023 Patty Baisden

No matter where you live, there’s likely to be a walking event in your community that focuses on raising awareness and support for breast cancer, as well as providing a

Your Relationship to Yourself Matters

June 27, 2023 Patty Baisden

Since June is National Cancer Survivor Month, we want to remind you to celebrate where you are in your journey by cultivating your relationship with yourself. At For the Girls,

Mental Health and Cancer

May 9, 2023 Patty Baisden

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. While there are many things that contribute to poor mental health, changes in circumstance and environment are risk factors. So, if you or a

Tips for Advocating for Yourself

February 3, 2023 Patty Baisden

Healthcare can be extremely overwhelming. And, unfortunately, the care you receive is highly varied depending on the doctor, staff, or facility treating you. That’s why it’s imperative to advocate for

Guidelines & Recommendations for Your

January 16, 2023 Patty Baisden

Since it’s a new year, it’s important to make plans for your next mammogram. Here are the recent guidelines from the American Cancer society: Women aged 40 to 44 should

October is Breast Cancer Awareness

October 17, 2022 Patty Baisden

While every month is Breast Cancer Awareness month at For the Girls, October reminds us to focus our attentions even more so that our efforts make a greater impact. If

The Connection Between Blood Sugar

September 6, 2022 Patty Baisden

We’ve all experienced blood sugar spikes from time to time -- feeling great one minute, and having a major crash the next, making us feel sleepy and groggy. So it

Simple Ways to Take a

July 14, 2022 Patty Baisden

We all need a break, and even if your cancer can’t take a holiday, you deserve to step away from the day-to-day cancer focus. No matter where you are in

An Invitation to Walk

April 1, 2022 Patty Baisden

Every year, thousands of people world-wide raise awareness and support for breast cancer by participating in walks and races. The images and stories from these events highlight the bravery and