Female start-up item: Athena Club This New York-based startup offers a subscription service for all things feminine hygiene, from multivitamins and probiotics to panty liners. Founded by Allie Griswold and Maria Markina, Athena has received over $18 million in funding to date. There’s also Artemis, a smart bodysuit still in development that is intended to …
Back Surgery Each vertebrae in the spine is cushioned by rubbery pieces of cartilage called discs. When a disc slips out of place or gets damaged, it can put pressure on spinal nerves and cause pain, weakness and numbness. An orthopedist can perform surgery to remove or replace a damaged disc to relieve symptoms and …
The skin is your body’s largest organ. It protects you from heat, cold and germs. It is also a window into your health. A change in your skin may indicate a disease or condition inside your body like a liver disease or intestine problem. Dermatologists are experts in diagnosing and treating diseases of the skin, …
