A Balanced Life

No Evidence of Disease

  N.E.D. (No Evidence of Disease) is a band comprised of 6 gynecological oncologists who are committed to raise awareness about gynecological cancers.  Their CD, which was released on September 8th to because September is designated as National Gynecological Cancer Month.

The music on their CD is inspiring and reaches right down and touches the heart.  I really enjoyed track 3, Rhythm Heals. I found the lyrics of this song to be extremely soothing and uplifting.  This songs is encouraging and inspires hope.

Third Person Reality, track #5, was a riveting account of someone who may have just received a serious diagnoses.  As  I listened, I could feel the emotion of the woman whose life has just been changed in an instance.  All I can say is that this music is powerful.

N.E.D. is performing live on November 8th at the Gynecological Cancer Foundation's inaugural half marathon in Washington, DC.  For those who aren't able to run a full 13.1 miles, there is also a 5K race and a 1 mile walk. 

You can find more detailed information about N.E.D at  Motema.com.

Gynecological Cancer Month

As busy women we juggle various roles each day. Naturally we are caregivers and often put the needs of our family, job, and other commitments before taking care of ourselves. However, we have to remember that our health has to be a priority. Being healthy is a vital aspect of living a balanced and fulfilled life. 

September is Gynecological Cancer Month.  Each year thousands of women are diagnosed with some form of gynecological cancer.  These diseases may manifest itself in the cervix, ovaries, fallopian tubes, vagina, vulva or uterus.  Early detection is the key to combating these diseases. And the only way to detect these diseases is to get regular exams as recommended by your medical professional.

I know that some women may experience a certain level of anxiety when it it time for their annual pap smear.  Don't allow your anxiety to stand in the way of your health.  Find a medical professional that you feel comfortable with and schedule your exam. For others, getting their annual exam just may not be a priority. You may think that I'm done having kids or I may have had a partial hysterectomy so I'm not a risk.  However, that simply isn't true.  You have to take this aspect of your healthy seriously.  You can't afford not too.