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Women's Heart DiseaseWomen and Heart Health: 8 Essential Facts A cardiologist shares what women should know about their heart disease risks and how to protect themselves. 8 min read February 1, 2025
PregnancyWhat to Expect in Pregnancy Over Age 45 An expert explains the health screenings, fertility options, and lifestyle changes women should consider for a healthy pregnancy after 45. 5 min read January 8, 2025
Sexual HealthWhat Is PrEP and How Does It Prevent HIV? A nurse practitioner explains how medications to prevent HIV work and when people should consider taking them. 5 min read December 20, 2024
Gynecologic ConditionsWhat is Pelvic Organ Prolapse? A urogynecologist explains the causes and symptoms and how to help prevent this common condition. 5 min read December 13, 2024
StrokeUnderstanding Stroke Guidelines and How to Prevent Stroke in Women Women have a higher risk of stroke than men, particularly young women and Black women. Two neurologists explain why, and ways to reduce the risk. 8 min read November 22, 2024
PregnancyWhat to Eat (And What Not to Eat) When Pregnant An OB-GYN explains which foods are the healthiest for expecting mothers, and their babies, and what to avoid. 6 min read November 8, 2024
Sexual HealthWhat to Know About the Symptoms and Treatment of Syphilis An infectious disease expert explains how to get tested for syphilis and stay protected. 6 min read October 11, 2024
MenopauseHow to Prevent Menopause Weight Gain An OB-GYN explains why weight gain is so common during menopause and offers tips for how to maintain a healthy weight during this transitional period. 5 min read October 9, 2024
Childhood IllnessWhat to Know About Parvovirus: Symptoms, Treatments, and Who's at Risk Experts explain the symptoms of the virus also known as fifth disease and slapped cheek syndrome, and what to watch out for. 7 min read September 4, 2024
Gynecologic ConditionsAfter Treatment for a Uterine Fibroid, a Lawyer Encourages Others to "Listen to Your Body" Ahkianne Wanliss, an avid runner, says her life is back on track after surgery to remove a massive uterine fibroid. 8 min read July 22, 2024