Star Wars star Daisy Ridley reveals Graves' disease diagnosis
Ridley disclosed in Women's Health that she was diagnosed with Graves' disease in September after experiencing racing heart, fatigue, weight loss, and tremors. An autoimmune hyperthyroidism, it affects about 1 percent of Americans and can cause heart issues and eye disease. The Westminster, London native, 32, says doctors call it “tired but wired” and notes treatments include radioiodine, surgery, or medication.
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Rural Texas woman faces cancer care gaps near border
Herlinda Sanchez, 36, prepares for chemo after learning Del Rio lacks local cancer services. She and husband Manuel drive nearly three hours to San Antonio for treatment, highlighting chemotherapy deserts that have cost rural areas hospital services and specialty care.
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Work It Balance Exercise From Ashlee Sanchez
Ashlee Sanchez, fitness specialist at University Hospitals Avon Health Center, guides a stationary lunge with twist for balance, legs, and core. The eight week program, led by Sanchez, emphasizes fall prevention and motor awareness with weekly guidance and aqua balance classes. Call Renee Barrett at (440) 988-6822 for details.
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Stents and Diet Transform a Heart Patient’s Recovery
Rick and Lorna Qoso S Sauveur faced a massive heart attack in 2016 with a 100 percent blockage. After stents, a Mediterranean diet, and a cardiac rehab journey, he lost weight, joined maintenance workouts, became a rehab ambassador, and co-founded a support group named The Stents to help others cope with anxiety, medication, and activity levels.
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