Category: Women’s Health
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Gender differences in cardiovascular disease: Women are less likely to be prescribed certain heart medications
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading killer of both women and men in the US. Despite the significant impact CVD has on women, awareness and education for women’s heart disease has historically been low. A recent study, based on data from over two million patients, suggests that women were less likely to be prescribed aspirin,…
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Can a daily pill lighten heavy menstrual bleeding caused by fibroids?
Fibroids are generally benign (not cancerous) tumors that form within the tissues of the uterus. They are very common in reproductive-age women: studies report that up to 70% of white women and 80% of Black women may develop fibroids by age 50. And research suggests Black women are more likely to experience severe or very…
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When lockdown is not actually safer: Intimate partner violence during COVID-19
The first thing that came to mind when I heard about COVID restrictions and mitigation strategies was how exceptionally dangerous this time could be for women living with abusive partners. “Self-isolate,” “stay at home,” “practice social distancing,” and “recession” are all words likely to be terrifying to many women who are living with intimate partner…
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Lockdown on Menstruation
The COVID-19 pandemic lockdown exposed so many weaknesses within our society and its systems. Despite a lockdown that allowed essential items to be available since the beginning, people suffered nonetheless. We heard of ration shortages, shortages of critical medicine, and went through a lot of it too. However, there was one issue that did not…
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Are we also facing a depression crisis?
The death of Sushant Singh Rajput came as a nightmare that none of us wanted to see. A promising actor of 34, committing suicide when he was riding the wave of success, shook all our hearts. Initial investigation has assumed that this was an act driven by depression. Which was probably exacerbated because of the…
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Black Cohosh for Hot Flashes, Menopause and More
With research revealing potential dangers of HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) in treating hormonal issues, health-conscious women are looking elsewhere for safer, natural treatments for problems like menopause symptoms. One option is black cohosh, a herbal remedy that studies indicate can relieve symptoms of menopause, as well as other hormonal problems too. Black cohosh, which gets…
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Some healthcare can safely wait (and some can’t)
Among the many remarkable things that have happened since the COVID-19 pandemic began is that a lot of our usual medical care has simply stopped. According to a recent study, routine testing for cervical cancer, cholesterol, and blood sugar is down nearly 70% across the country. Elective surgeries, routine physical examinations, and other screening tests…
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Do adults really need tetanus booster shots?
If you haven’t had a tetanus booster shot in the past decade, your doctor may recommend getting one. Many people think of a tetanus shot as something you only need if you step on a rusty nail. Yet even in the absence of a puncture wound, this vaccine is recommended for all adults at least…
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All rise now — just how fit are you?
How fit are you, really? Fitness is not always best measured by parameters like your weight, your ability to run a 5K, or whether you can do 10 push-ups. Instead, one test of fitness is how well you can stand from a seated position. Try this: Rise from the floor without using your hands Before…
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Shakuntali Siberia reveals the secrets of the Powerful Magnet attracting Life Success and Happiness work
Why is it so important to come to the retreats and seminars? Why is it so important to be in a place where there are a lot of positive people? Shakuntali Siberia explains this vital importance as a dream she can live within the 7 hours retreat gathering people from five different countries. This is…
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7 Reasons for delayed periods besides pregnancy!
Getting your period regularly is both a blessing and a curse. But missing your period? Or getting it late? A horror! But don’t freak out, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you are pregnant unless you are actually trying for it. Of course, it’s a general tendency to suddenly think you are pregnant but it may…
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12 Bed Time Snacks that tackle Insomnia and Weight Loss!
You’ve been starving yourself at night and sleeping on an empty stomach and still, you see no changes in your body. It’s a myth that anything you eat right before bed directly turns into fat. Actually, you going hungry to bed will have no effects on your weight loss and might even cause weight gain.…
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Is it time to give up your annual mammogram?
If you dread your annual mammogram, you’re not alone. For many women, this breast cancer screening examination can be painful, stressful, and just an overall hassle. You may wonder, are you old enough to give it up? If you’re over age 75, the answer is: maybe or maybe not. The fact is, breast cancer screening…
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What does an average 40 year old woman look like?
At the age of 40, women hit the so-called “midlife”. The youthful days are bygone and the future awaits the highs and lows of old age. Women can undergo a great deal of physical and emotional changes during this phase. Often, trying to juggle between the mind that is still young while the body tends…
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Common Skin Conditions During Pregnancy
Many women experience changes in their skin while they are pregnant. Some conditions are due to changes in hormone levels, especially during the mid stage of pregnancy. Doctors don’t know what causes others. Most are harmless. Many go away after your baby is born. It’s important to know what skin conditions are common during pregnancy.…
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10 Secrets to losing weight without any effort!
Want to lose weight without any kind of exercise or a hardcore diet? Well, then you’ve placed your foot on the perfect article. It gets difficult to find time to work out these days, after having spent a tiring 8 hours or more at the job or college but the good news is, you…
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7 Ways to outsmart unhealthy food cravings!
Food cravings (Unhealthy ones especially) are the dieters’ worst enemy. Join the list girl because you are not alone. Everyone has food cravings. Even if you are not dieting it is hard to curb the food cravings. Food cravings overtake our willpower totally and we feel guilty about it after gobbling that whole pack…
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Aging and Your Eyes
Are you holding the newspaper farther away from your eyes than you used to? Join the crowd—age can bring changes that affect your eyesight. Some changes are more serious than others, but for many problems, there are things you can do to protect your vision. The key is to have regular eye exams so you…
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Lupus Symptoms In Women That Should Never Be Ignored
Lupus is a systemic autoimmune disease that occurs when your body’s immune system attacks your own tissues and organs. Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many different body systems — including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart and lungs. Lupus can be difficult to diagnose because its signs and symptoms often mimic those…
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Childhood Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment
About PDQ Physician Data Query (PDQ) is the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI’s) comprehensive cancer information database. The PDQ database contains summaries of the latest published information on cancer prevention, detection, genetics, treatment, supportive care, and complementary and alternative medicine. Most summaries come in two versions. The health professional versions have detailed information written in technical…