Women's Health - Original Articles

The Heart-Friendly Benefits of Volunteering

You know helping others makes your heart feel happy, but it can make your heart healthy, too!

Infertility: The Real Deal

Learn the facts about infertility, and help boost your odds of getting pregnant.

A New Take on Heart Disease Risk

BMI is a popular tool to evaluate cardiac health, but it may not be the best one.

6 Easy Ways to Conserve Water

You're good to the environment. You recycle, you reduce, you reuse. What else can you do? These six small ideas can make a big impact.

Why Your Healthy Habits May Not Protect Your Heart

Doing everything right when it comes to heart health? You may still be at risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's why.

Chronic Pain? 10 Tips for Comfortable Travel

Traveling doesn't have to be a pain in the neck, or shoulders or back. Follow these tips to improve your experience.

Banking Baby's Cord Blood: What You Need to Know

If you're pregnant, you may be wondering if it makes sense to store your baby's cord blood. Here are the pros and cons.

5 Myths About Down Syndrome, Debunked

Abby Braithwaite speaks about the joys and challenges of raising a child with Down syndrome and helps to dispel the stigmas.

5 Issues That Affect Aging Eyes

Here's a rundown of common conditions that can affect your sight, as well as steps you can take to treat, or even prevent, these problems.

Adventurous by Nature or Addicted to Stress?

That thrill you get from tough challenges or risky behavior could actually be the result of a clinical addiction.

8 Symptoms That Mimic Menopause

Certain symptoms often associated with menopause are actually caused by another issue, be it hormonal, pharmacological, or physiological.

Don't Let Diabetes Complicate Your Love Life

Issues such as decreased sexual desire can often accompany diabetes. But it doesn't have to be that way. Read on for a list of causes and solutions.

5 Things to Look for in an Online Pharmacy

Shopping online for your prescription medications can save you time and money. Here's how to ensure you have a positive experience.

Is a Virtual Affair Real-World Cheating?

You exchange emails and texts with someone else but never get physical. Are you being unfaithful to your partner?

4 Types of Breast Cancer

By understanding the subtle differences between breast cancers, scientists are on the path to personalizing breast cancer treatment.

The Facts About Oral Cancer

Oral cancer occurs twice as often in men as it does in women. And increasing age is a major risk factor. Here's what you need to know.

5 Great Things About Growing Older

Do people, like fine wine, improve with age? According to some experts, they do. Here are five big perks of getting on in years.

Nuts: A Nutritional Superstar for Diabetes

Today and maybe every day, have a handful of almonds or walnuts. Find out how these diabetes-friendly foods can help your health.

How to Prevent Nighttime Panic Attacks

If you've ever woken in a state of alarm and felt your heart pounding in your chest, you know how frightening a nighttime panic attack can be. Here's how to zero in on the cause so you can sleep more soundly.

Should You Trust Your Tap Water?

Communities are required by law to deliver safe water to residents. Yet, illnesses caused by water contamination are still fairly commonplace. What can you do to protect yourself and your family?

Crunch on This for Better Brain Health

Carrots, celery, and peppers contain a compound called luteolin, which helps tame brain inflammation that could negatively affect memory.

Is Commuting More Stressful for Women?

Learn how you can cope with the daily grind of getting to and from work.

4 Gentle Stretches to Kick-Start Your Day

These therapeutic movements will help minimize stiffness, reduce back and joint pain, and retain flexibility.

Can You Erase Fear From the Brain?

A new study has zeroed in on a promising approach to erasing painful memories from the mind. This research may lead to improved treatments for anxiety disorders.

How to Clean Your Makeup Brushes

Follow these smart steps to keep your complexion radiant and free of acne-causing bacteria.

Protect Your Teeth and Gums as You Age

In between visits to the dentist, take these precautions to keep your mouth in tip-top shape.

10 Home Safety Tips for People With Epilepsy

From installing carpets to ensuring doors open outward, learn how to reduce the risk of injury.

6 Secrets of Successful Swimsuit Shopping

With the right attitude and a little bit of know-how, searching for a suit can be an easy and enjoyable experience.

Do You Snack When You're Not Even Hungry?

Curb emotional eating by adhering to these tips and tricks.

Have Diabetes? 7 Ways to Stay Fracture-Free

Your risk of fracture is higher than average if you have diabetes. Take a few preventive steps now to ensure you don't break a bone later.