<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[TogetherMed]]></title><description><![CDATA[TogetherMed]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:48:58 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Chronic Illness Awareness Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. Every July, Chronic Illness Awareness Month encourages conversations about the millions of people living with long-term health conditions. While some illnesses are easy to recognize, many are invisible, meaning someone may appear healthy on the outside while managing significant challenges every day. At TogetherMed, we believe that learning about health helps build understanding, empathy, and confidence. Whether you live with a chronic illness,...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/chronic-illness-awareness-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a52eb2ac549c55b35b2537c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:19:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_6de1a98f2add45b690f4c29a98497837~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding your Health through the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. Every four years, millions of people around the world come together to watch the FIFA World Cup. Fans fill stadiums, wear their country's colors, and cheer for their favorite teams. While the tournament is known for incredible goals, unforgettable moments, and teamwork, it also reminds us that athletes rely on much more than talent. Behind every match are healthy habits that help players perform at their best. This July, several health...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/understanding-your-health-through-the-world-cup</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4a78a6fa58f0a255d4b7b2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:32:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/214195_bfd2f585d4c941369001a41801b57276~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_590,h_338,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[June: National Safety Month ]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice Every June, organizations across the United States recognize National Safety Month, an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about preventable injuries and health risks. While the word "safety" is often associated with accident prevention, the topic extends into many areas of health and medicine. From injury prevention and disease control to mental health and public health initiatives, safety plays an important role in overall...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/june-national-safety-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3d76ee433568818449515a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:13:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/214195_ed2c265bddda4160b86f64adf20ad12c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_256,h_198,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Acne Awareness Month: Stories and Literacy ]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Aarya Davit, Founder of TogetherMed *TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. Please seek professional advice before treating acne. Introduction June is Acne Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common skin conditions in the world. While acne is often dismissed as a normal part of growing up, it can have a significant impact on confidence, mental health, and daily life. As the founder of TogetherMed, I wanted to share my own acne journey, not...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/acne-awareness-month-stories-and-literacy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32e9dcce85b49c3c4df0de</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:13:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/214195_2dc50b9a498f420d82ed9064e6a28c07~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental Health Awareness Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to bringing attention to something that affects everyone in different ways. Mental health is just as important as physical health, even though it is not always talked about as openly. This month is meant to encourage awareness, understanding, and open conversations, especially among teenagers. For teens, mental health can be shaped by a lot of everyday experiences. School stress,...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/mental-health-awareness-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a177399e7ae03e6441eed29</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 22:44:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_3afd079ec52a40a7b32e482208f1e0c8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Nurse Week: May 6-12]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any Medical Advice National Nurses Week National Nurses Week ends today, and it is important to take a moment to recognize the people it honors. Nurses are a huge part of healthcare, and their work often goes unnoticed even though it affects patients every single day. This week, from May 6 to May 12, is meant to highlight their contributions, but their impact goes far beyond just seven days. At TogetherMed, we see how important nurses are in every setting. They...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/national-nurse-week-may-6-12</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a03db3868a3e7adcb142359</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 02:02:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_5e1a4033e8884115adb4948d189d6b69~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stress Awareness: April ]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any Medical Advice April is Stress Awareness Month, and honestly, it comes at a time when a lot of us really need it. Between school, sports, extracurriculars, and just life in general, stress can build up fast, especially for teens. At TogetherMed, we think it’s important to actually talk about stress, not just ignore it or push through it. Stress isn’t always a bad thing. A little bit of stress can motivate you to study for a test or prepare for something...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/stress-awareness-april</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e517578b434ed4ac31806a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:59:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_69501e01019c41ad94566aec7737e717~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Health Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not providing any medical advice Every year, World Health Day is celebrated on April 7 to bring attention to important health issues around the world. It is a time to think about how people live, what affects their health, and what we can do to make things better for everyone. One of the biggest ideas connected to World Health Day is health equity, which means that everyone should have a fair and equal chance to be healthy. Health equity is important because not everyone has...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/world-health-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d7c263c55f668b530748e4</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:06:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/214195_e5bdc9d947d84360b4c7f5ef854d884d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Chronic Illness affects Teens lives ]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice Chronic illness can shape a teen's daily life in ways that are not always visible to others. Unlike temporary sickness that most people commonly get like a cold or a fever, chronic illnesses are long-term conditions that affect teens' daily life through physical health, energy levels, and emotional well-being. Specifically for teenagers who are already in a stage of life that is filled with change, identity building, and increased...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/how-chronic-illness-affects-teens-lives</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bdf3f6401a0b244d00d91a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 03:12:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_380f97fcb539441eb4d8a5653a89d0bb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[March: Autoimmune Awareness Month ]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. March is Autoimmune Awareness Month , a time to bring attention to diseases that affect millions of people but is often misunderstood. Autoimmune diseases happen when the body’s immune system, which is supposed to protect us from illness, accidentally attacks healthy cells. This can cause long-term health problems and lead to what are called chronic illnesses , meaning conditions that last for a long time. Many people don’t realize how common...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/march-autoimmune-awareness-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b86615faed8c5e63c8a380</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:23:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/214195_313eb3f43bbf4e75bd93fc1605830174~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chronic Awareness Advocacy as a Teenager]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice Chronic illnesses affect millions of people, including many teenagers. According to many health organizations, a large number of young people live with conditions that impact their daily lives , yet these experiences are often misunderstood or overlooked. Raising awareness about chronic illness helps others better understand what people go through and encourages empathy, inclusion, and support. Teens have a unique ability to spread awareness...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/chronic-awareness-advocacy-as-a-teenager</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aafd2195f8968663580e5f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 04:01:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_18616dfb7e174f93a0285a439465b36c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[March: National Kidney Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. March is  National Kidney Month , a time dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and the realities of living with kidney disease. While kidney conditions are often associated with adults, many teenagers and young people also live with chronic kidney disease, dialysis, or kidney transplants. This month helps bring visibility to an illness that is often invisible to others. The kidneys play a vital role in the body.  They filter waste...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/march-national-kidney-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a3ca6a32a596f2a27fa96f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:15:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/214195_b71403c8d3f34f57807e911afbf2ad45~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[February is for the Heart: Awareness, love, and Self-Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[**TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice February is best known as the month of love, where millions around the world celebrate Valentine's Day by buying chocolates and making cards for family and friends. What most people don't know is that February is also Heart Disease Awareness Month , where millions around the world who have heart disease are celebrated and empowered.  For teens specifically, managing chronic illnesses, specifically heart health, can be hard, but this month, we...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/february-is-for-the-heart-awareness-love-and-self-care</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69921ac46afbe985b7a09f08</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:16:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_0c4d78d2f579471ea2b1d5abe5105bcc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chronic Illness: Mental Toughness through the Winter Olympic Games ]]></title><description><![CDATA[**TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. One main chronic illness is mental health, such as anxiety and depression. For many teens, these conditions affect daily life just as much as physical aspects. Yet, they are often misunderstood, minimized, or ignored. Mental health challenges are real and deserve the same care, respect, and support as any other diagnosis.  When watching the new Winter Olympics in Milan, it's easy to focus on the physical strength of athletes; the speed of...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/chronic-illness-mental-toughness-through-the-winter-olympic-games</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6988d07f0c9b54090fe301ec</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:06:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/214195_dcb8c7dc6b8a4d328c784bbed2082b5a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chronic Illnesses as a Teen ]]></title><description><![CDATA[*TogetherMed is not offering any medical advice. Chronic illnesses  are a real thing teens struggle with daily. Many people have them, but are Undecided about how to control them. Chronic illness is a long-term health challenge that requires management to control daily. Once a chronic illness is developed in the teenage years, it can be hard to cope and manage with them during ongoing years. Below are 10 examples of chronic illnesses and the challenges that come with them. Asthma Asthma is a...]]></description><link>https://togethermed.wixsite.com/togethermed/post/chronic-illnesses-as-a-teen</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6977866303e8dd8c70bd5cd3</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:50:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_88735cfa15b54038b6ca6c2dd0e2ac96~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aarya Davit</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>