Friday, March 27, 2026

Well+Being: Tips for Hiking, Advice on Cancer, and Menopause

This week, we have a fantastic newsletter to share with you. We’re covering essential topics like hiking tips, cancer advice, and menopause. But first, don’t forget to sign up for our Well+Being newsletter to get it delivered to your inbox every Thursday.

In this week’s must-reads:
– Learn science-based tips for managing conflicts in relationships
– Discover why in-person friendships are better for health than virtual pals
– Find out about a tool that offers guidance when dementia becomes too much to handle
– Explore the latest health fad of raw milk and experts’ concerns about spreading bird flu

We also have hiking tips from a trail expert, Shilletha Curtis, author of “Pack Light: A Journey to Find Myself.” She shares valuable advice on hiking group benefits, using trekking poles, staying safe by making noise in the forest, and more.

Additionally, an oncologist offers advice on steps cancer patients should take to ensure they receive the best care, including seeking a second opinion from a pathologist. And we delve into the topic of perimenopause and provide insights on managing symptoms and seeking help.

For more engaging content and valuable information, click the links provided throughout the article. And don’t forget to join us next week for more insightful discussions. Email us at wellbeing@washpost.com to let us know how we’re doing and find us on TikTok for more content.

Vocabulary List:
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Newsletternoun
A bulletin issued by an organization to provide information to its members or the public.

Hikingnoun
A longvigorous walktypically on trails or footpaths in the countryside.

Cancernoun
A disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body.

Menopausenoun
The ceasing of menstruationtypically occurring in middle age.

Advicenoun
Guidance or recommendations offered for resolving a problem or making a decision.

Transparencynoun
The quality of being openhonestand easily understood.
Vocabulary List:
6 words · tap to reveal
ON
AccentSpeed
Newsletternoun
A bulletin issued by an organization to provide information to its members or the public.
Hikingnoun
A longvigorous walktypically on trails or footpaths in the countryside.
Cancernoun
A disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body.
Menopausenoun
The ceasing of menstruationtypically occurring in middle age.
Advicenoun
Guidance or recommendations offered for resolving a problem or making a decision.
Transparencynoun
The quality of being openhonestand easily understood.

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