Category: Women’s Health
Change Is Coming: Recognizing the Signs of Menopause
Each woman’s transition to menopause is as unique as she is. Many women, however, experience some of the same symptoms. Knowing the signs of menopause can empower you to take action to enhance your health and well-being.
What You Need to Know About Heart Disease in Women of Color
You’ve likely heard that lifestyle factors such as diet or not getting enough exercise affect the risk of developing heart disease. This is true. But women of color and white women have different health experiences due to social factors.
5 Ways a Midwife Can Help You
If you have been to a gynecologist’s office, it’s likely you know that a midwife can deliver babies. You may not know that a midwife’s care can go far beyond pregnancy and childbirth.
Women and Clinical Trials: Closing the Gaps
Clinical trials are a vital part of high-quality health care. In the past, women were often excluded from research studies, causing gaps in knowledge and less-than-ideal care. Learn how we can make a change.
What Every Woman Should Know About Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Although about 40% of women in the United States experience pelvic organ prolapse, many people haven’t heard of it or don’t know much about it. Find out the causes, symptoms and treatments available for this not-often-talked-about condition.
Advances in Breast Cancer Treatments Keep Coming
Radiation therapy, chemotherapy and surgery were go-to breast cancer treatments for years. Though these options continue to help, new therapies are changing breast cancer care for good.
5 Warning Signs of Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is a serious disease that can cause significant problems if not found and treated. Knowing the warning signs can help women take action and see a health care provider if needed.
Do I Have an STI? Learn to Recognize STI Symptoms
There’s no shame in having or talking about a sexually transmitted infection (STI). STIs are common health conditions that every sexually active person needs to consider. Most STIs are preventable, treatable or manageable. But they may cause serious medical issues if ignored. Learning how to recognize STI symptoms can help you and your sexual partners stay healthy.
5 Things to Know About Weight Gain During Perimenopause
Perimenopause can lead to weight gain, so it’s important to understand how your body is changing and what to do to maintain good health.
Traveling While Breastfeeding or Pumping
There is no doubt about it—keeping your baby supplied with milk is one of the toughest challenges of being a new mom. If you are breastfeeding or pumping, maintaining your milk supply can be a source of anxiety for many mothers. This is especially true when you are traveling and facing the overwhelming task of juggling the demands of motherhood with the demands of life. How do you maintain your breast milk supply and ensure your baby is well fed while traveling?