Jean Campbell

LATEST ARTICLES ( 848 )

• Generic: A Safe Alternative to Brand Name Drugs

  Given all the oral drugs we take during treatment, to manage the side effects of treatment and post treatment hormonal therapy, it would be a blessing to be abl... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2014 HEALTH

• The Online Collection of Personal Information of Kids Under 13

  

  OnGuardOnline.gov wants you to know that as a parent, you have control over the personal information companies collect online from your kids under 13. The... Read more

  Posted on 02 November 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• Depression is Often a Byproduct of Breast Cancer

  

  Why do some women weather a diagnosis of breast cancer and treatment with a minimum amount of emotional stress and bypass the depression most often experienced... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2014 HEALTH

• Sleep: Often a Problem for Moms

  

  Busy moms are often operating in a sleep deprivation mode. So, on those occasions when they have trouble getting to sleep and staying asleep they chalk it up... Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• Five Tips to Make Your Halloween Safe

  

  It’s that time again …planning Halloween costumes, parties, and taking the kids trick or treating.   Just because Halloween celebrates scary things doesn’t... Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• Surgical Marker Improves Therapy and Cosmetic Results

  

  Until we can actually prevent breast cancer; until we can cure those who have breast cancer; I take some comfort from the improvements in techniques for... Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2014 HEALTH

• Over the Counter Medicines and Driving

  

  The Food and Drug Administration shared the following release about the use of over the counter medicines and how they may impact on your driving. Read more

  Posted on 14 October 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• The Future of Breast Cancer Detection

  

  Here is what the Food and Drug Administration says about a new era in breast cancer detection.Scientists at the Food and Drug Administration are studying the... Read more

  Posted on 13 October 2014 HEALTH

• Kids and the Flu Vaccine

  

  The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older get a seasonal flu vaccine. The CDC states that children should be... Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• Post Surgical Treatment and Women Over 70

  

  Women over 70 are opting out of radiation following a lumpectomy. Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2014 HEALTH

• Backpacks:Can They Cause Back Problems?

  

  The Dept of Health and Human Services ran an article on HHS.gov about backpacks.This is what they want you to know about children and adults using backpacks. Read more

  Posted on 02 October 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• What is Accomplished in Breast Cancer Awareness Month?

  

  Ignore the oft times crass commercialism seen in Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and look at the good that is accomplished. Every October organizations big and... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2014 HEALTH

• Is Your Child Consuming Too Much Sodium

  

  The September 2014 edition of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Vital Signs focuses on the amount of sodium in children’s diets. Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• What to Ask About Mastectomy Surgery and Reconstruction

  

  Consider asking your breast surgeon the following questions about mastectomy surgery and reconstruction. It’s a good idea to bring someone with you to your... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2014 HEALTH

• Keeping Foodborne Illness Out of the Lunchbox

  

  To help prevent what the USDA calls a serious public health threat…foodborne illness in the lunchbox; follow these six top tips for keeping foods safe. Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• The Soy Story

  

  A few months after completing treatment for my first primary breast cancer 15 years ago, I joined a 10-week breast cancer support group at Memorial... Read more

  Posted on 12 September 2014 HEALTH

• A Long Childhood Feeds the Hungry Human Brain

  

  The findings are an interesting read about brain development! Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• An Alternative to Breast Needle Localization

  

  The most uncomfortable and anxiety producing part of my lumpectomy, for my first breast cancer, occurred hours before my surgery. Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2014 HEALTH

• Labeling for Pediatric Medications

  

  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made it easier for parents and health care professionals to find information on pediatric medications. Read more

  Posted on 01 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• Beat the Victim

  

  I was seated at a table with seven other women who, in conversation, impressed me as being well-educated and knowledgeable on a variety of subjects. Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2014 HEALTH