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PUBLISHER<br />
Mauricio Portillo<br />
EDITOR IN CHIEF<br />
Claudia Portillo<br />
"Being<br />
healthy and<br />
fit is no longer<br />
a fad or a trend<br />
it's a Lifestyle."<br />
MARKETING DIRECTOR<br />
Arnaldo Del Valle<br />
COPY EDITOR<br />
Lora Incardona<br />
ASSISTANT COPY EDITOR<br />
Andres Portillo<br />
WEBSITE DIRECTOR<br />
Maria Alejandra Wehdeking<br />
ART AND DESIGN<br />
Carolina Pedraza<br />
PHOTOGRAPHY<br />
Kiko Ricote<br />
SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR<br />
Maria Alejandra Wehdeking<br />
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS<br />
Meg Meeker, MD<br />
Ava Mallory<br />
Sarah May Bates<br />
Jenn Baxter<br />
Allie Casazza<br />
Rubel Shelly<br />
Fabienne Claude<br />
Vanessa Jackson<br />
Lauren Kasis<br />
Sarah Wester<br />
Alan Freeman<br />
Claudia Portillo<br />
Edi<strong>to</strong>r in Chief<br />
Fall is finally upon us. After a long, hot summer full of exciting and sometimes unexpected events and, hopefully,<br />
plenty of memorable moments, it's time <strong>to</strong> settle in for cooler nights, long-awaited, healthy home-cooked meals,<br />
fun-filled holiday celebrations, and new autumn projects.<br />
Oc<strong>to</strong>ber brings with it plenty of sweet treats, but in addition <strong>to</strong> the yummy delights you'll get <strong>to</strong> taste, there is<br />
something women and men need <strong>to</strong> think seriously about, <strong>their</strong> breast health.<br />
This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It's time <strong>to</strong> be proactive – and excuse the pun – get abreast of any<br />
potential issues or problems that could dramatically impact your immediate future. Gather your friends, family, and<br />
all adult loved ones and have a heart <strong>to</strong> heart <strong>to</strong> talk about <strong>their</strong> breast health and how <strong>to</strong> ensure that they maintain<br />
good health in that regard. Mark your calendars, set a date, make the necessary appointments with your healthcare<br />
professionals and schedule your annual mammogram. Let the experts examine you for lumps or any abnormalities<br />
because it could save your life.<br />
We know this is a sensitive subject for most people, but believe us when we tell you that a little discomfort is<br />
far better than the alternative. No one wants a breast cancer diagnosis, but knowing – one way or the other – is<br />
far better than not knowing. This minimally invasive procedure could hold the key <strong>to</strong> your future and could save<br />
your life or the life of someone you love. Isn't that worth the time, discomfort, and effort? And remember, breast<br />
cancer isn't gender-exclusive. The men in our lives should have routine checks as well. Learn the self-examination<br />
procedures and keep an eye out for anything that doesn't feel right.<br />
Before you put your summer gear away and dust off your warm winter apparel, take some time <strong>to</strong> do a quick health<br />
checkup and start your winter on a good note. Gather your friends and family for one last summertime hoorah and<br />
make the time <strong>to</strong> take care of your health.<br />
As always, we at <strong><strong>Health</strong>y</strong> Magazine are here <strong>to</strong> listen <strong>to</strong> your concerns, answer your questions, and of course, bring<br />
you all the latest health and beauty news <strong>to</strong> ensure you start the new season on the right foot and stay well for a<br />
long time coming.<br />
Cheers & Wishing you all a Happy & <strong><strong>Health</strong>y</strong> Oc<strong>to</strong>ber!<br />
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