One Form of Menopause Hormone Therapy Might Raise Blood Pressure
MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Women who use estrogen to ease menopause symptoms may see their blood pressure rise — but the way they take the hormone may determine that, a large new study suggests.The study, of over 100,000 menopausal women…
Learn MorePMS: What It Is, Symptoms & How to Get Relief
TUESDAY, May 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Are you tired of feeling moody, bloated and achy every month right before you get your period? You’re not alone. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition that affects many women. Here, experts explore…
Learn MoreFracture Risk Up With Prediabetes Before Menopause Transition
TUESDAY, May 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — For women in midlife, prediabetes before the menopause transition (MT) is associated with increased risk of incident fracture during and after the transition, according to a study published online May 23 in JA…
Learn MoreHPV: What It Is, Symptoms in Men vs. Women & Treatment
TUESDAY, May 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Talking about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be uncomfortable. But whether you’re talking to your partner, child or doctor, these are important conversations to have.The U.S. Centers for Disease Co…
Learn MoreGetting Relief When You Have Menstrual Cramps
TUESDAY, May 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Menstrual cramps can make it hard to be at your best, and millions of women struggle with managing the pain and bloating that often comes with their periods.A common symptom of menstruation, cramping affects o…
Learn MoreLas nuevas mamás lactaron más tiempo durante la pandemia
LUNES, 22 de mayo de 2023 (HealthDay News) — A principios de la pandemia de COVID-19, mientras se implementaban las órdenes de confinamiento en casa, las nuevas mamás tendían a dar el pecho a sus bebés unas dos semanas más allá de lo usual, muestra u…
Learn More¿Las duchas vaginales son seguras? Lo que debe saber sobre el controversial proceso
LUNES, 22 de mayo de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Millones de mujeres utilizan las duchas vaginales, porque piensan que ofrecen beneficios para la salud, pero ¿exactamente qué son las duchas vaginales, y de verdad son seguras?Unos expertos advierten que q…
Learn MoreIs Douching Safe? What to Know About the Controversial Process
MONDAY, May 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Millions of women practice douching for what they think are its health benefits, but exactly what is douching and is it really safe?Here, experts warn that it may do more harm than good, and advise you about wh…
Learn MoreNew Moms Breastfed Longer During Pandemic
MONDAY, May 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, when shelter-in-place orders were ongoing, new moms tended to breastfeed their babies about two weeks longer than usual, new research shows.“Stay-at-home policies enabled parents…
Learn MoreHysterectomy: What It Is, Side Effects & Recovery
FRIDAY, May 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Hysterectomy is the second most common surgery for women in their reproductive years, right after cesarean section.Nearly 68% of these surgeries are done to address non-cancerous conditions such as abnormal ute…
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