Women's Health

Truth About Compounded Bioidentical Hormones

Women in, or past, menopause who use specially compounded "bioidentical" hormones to treat menopause-related symptoms, such as hot flushes, often don't get adequate information from compounding pharmacists about the drugs' risks and realistic potential for benefit.

Want to Prevent Osteoporosis? Start Early

What is the best way to prevent osteoporosis in older women? It appears that it may very well depend on what the woman did as a teenager.

Majority Of Women Fear Domestic Violence

Fully half (54%) of American women worry they or someone they know will be a victim of domestic violence.

Women - Know Your G Spot

Women who struggle achieving sexual satisfaction can now get a boost. The G spot may be elusive for some, and frustrating to find for others.

Beat Holiday Stress For Women Only

This is for the women readers. I truly don't believe men suffer from holiday stress.

Mammography and MRI alteration may be best for high-risk women

M. D. Anderson study finds improved breast cancer detection by alternating screening tests every six months

Avandia Bone Fractures: Women Face Increased Risk

Prior studies have already identified a potential increased risk of bone fractures from Avandia side effects, but new research suggests that women who take the drug for at least a year could double their risk of a fracture, especially older women. The lawyers at Saiontz, Kirk & Miles, P.A. are investigating potential Avandia fracture lawsuits, as well as potential claims for individuals who have suffered a heart attack, stroke, congestive heart failure, liver failure or macular edema.

Doctors Should Promote More Exercise In Women 40-74

Exercise on prescription increases physical activity and quality of life and should become part of wider population strategies to promote exercise.

Preventing Violence Against Women

On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, PAHEF is proud of the impact of its Global Violence Prevention project.

Secondhand smoke linked to fertility problems in women

If you need another reason to quit smoking, consider that it may diminish your chances of being a parent or grandparent. Scientists at the University of Rochester Medical Center have found that women exposed to second hand smoke, either as adults or children, were significantly more likely to face fertility problems and suffer miscarriages.