Women’s Health

Vegetarian Diets Increase Hip Fracture Risk in Women
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Vegetarian Diets Increase Hip Fracture Risk in Women

Chris Iliades, MD | December 13, 2022

Both vegetarian diets and hip fractures are becoming more common with women. In the U.S., about five percent of the…

What Causes Cognitive Problems in Breast Cancer Survivors?
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What Causes Cognitive Problems in Breast Cancer Survivors?

Chris Iliades, MD | December 13, 2022

If you’re a breast cancer survivor, your memory might not be as sharp as it used to be. Cognitive problems…

Protect Your Heart During Menopause
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Protect Your Heart During Menopause

Elizabeth Poynor, MD, PhD | April 6, 2022

Menopause is known to cause plenty of unpleasant symptoms, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, disrupted sleep, and mood changes.…

Why Breastfeeding Lowers Risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes
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Why Breastfeeding Lowers Risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes

Chris Iliades, MD | February 11, 2022

Breastfeeding has long been hailed as super healthy for the nursing baby. It’s also a beneficial practice for the mom,…

Genetic Risk Does Not Decrease Breast Cancer Survival
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Genetic Risk Does Not Decrease Breast Cancer Survival

Chris Iliades, MD | January 27, 2022

Usually, the focus of gene mutations BRCA1 and BRCA2 is on increased risk for cancer, so women who test positive…

Routine CT Scan Predicts Heart Disease in Breast Cancer Survivors
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Routine CT Scan Predicts Heart Disease in Breast Cancer Survivors

March 31, 2021

Imaging studies used to plan breast cancer treatment were recently found to also predict heart disease risk. How this may help protect women…

‘Vascular Storm’ Blamed for Severe Flu During Pregnancy
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‘Vascular Storm’ Blamed for Severe Flu During Pregnancy

March 31, 2021

New animal research suggests why the flu can be so dangerous during pregnancy. An immune system reaction called a “vascular storm” may be to blame…

Surgery for Benign Breast Disease Does Not Affect Breastfeeding
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Surgery for Benign Breast Disease Does Not Affect Breastfeeding

March 24, 2021

Young women who have surgery for benign breast disease may worry that they won’t be able to breastfeed after surgery. A new study finds that they can.

C-Section Anesthesia Linked to Post-Partum Depression
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C-Section Anesthesia Linked to Post-Partum Depression

David Sherer, MD | March 20, 2021

Expectant mothers, beware! There’s a clear link between depression in mothers who deliver by cesarean section and the use of general anesthesia. Here’s why, and self-defense.

Which Antidepressant Is Linked to the Most Birth Defects?
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Which Antidepressant Is Linked to the Most Birth Defects?

March 10, 2021

Antidepressant use during pregnancy increases the risk for birth defects. The CDC sheds light on which antidepressant is linked to the greatest risk.

Will “Seed Cycling” Balance My Hormones?
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Will “Seed Cycling” Balance My Hormones?

Jamison Starbuck, ND | July 29, 2020

Hormonal imbalances affect women and men. “Seed cycling” proponents say that flax, pumpkin and other seeds ease hormonal symptoms. Here’s the truth…

The Truth About Night Sweats: Women and Men Can be Affected
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The Truth About Night Sweats: Women and Men Can be Affected

Adam Perlman, MD, MPH | May 26, 2020

You wake up drenched…pajamas sopping wet, sheets clammy beneath you…and it’s not the first time.

How to Get the Right Size Bra
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How to Get the Right Size Bra

April 29, 2020

To get the correct bra size, the first step is to measure before shopping. What to do… Step #1: To…

Dreading Your Mammogram? Here’s What Can Help
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Dreading Your Mammogram? Here’s What Can Help

April 29, 2020

Not looking forward to your next mammogram? You’re not alone. Many women experience anxiety in the days leading up to…

Pregnancy Exercises That Don’t Put Abdominal Muscles at Risk
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Pregnancy Exercises That Don’t Put Abdominal Muscles at Risk

Stefanie Gordon | January 24, 2020

The wrong kind of exercises put pregnant women are at higher risk for diastasis recti, separation of abdominal muscles. Here’s how to stay fit safely.