Women's Health - Original Articles

Don't get bogged down in the fallacies about lupus. Get the facts here.

You probably visit public restrooms, the bank, or a coffee shop nearly every day. Disinfect and prevent the spread of germs and illnesses with these simple tips.

By studying how colon cancer cells metastasize, German researchers have uncovered a potential new approach to treating this cancer.

Put these important protections in place to help ensure the safety of your aging loved ones.

Do you regularly bite your nails or use mouthwash in place of floss? Your pearly whites could be paying the price.

If you've ever considered preserving fruits and vegetables, get a quick overview of what it takes.

You do them every day, but what's the real deal behind these bodily functions?

Learn what this intense exercise regimen has to offer and why it's wildly popular.

You can grab a few z's on your bus or train ride, but what the downside of doing so?

An estimated 750,000 Americans get sepsis each year and 28 and 50 percent will die from the infection. Who's at risk for sepsis, and what can be done to prevent it?

Industrialized society has come a long way when it comes to nutrition. Or has it?

For most people, getting enough exercise is a major challenge. For some, it's a dangerous obsession. Here are the danger signs.

There's a lot that happens when you experience an adrenaline rush from working out. Zoom in on your amazing body chemistry.

You see generics and store brands at your supermarket and you may wonder if those products measure up. Here's the scoop.

If you sleep very little at night and take long afternoon naps to try to compensate, a technique known as Sleep Restriction Therapy could be for you.

A diagnosis of breast cancer is not as straightforward as you might imagine (or hope). There are several different types of breast cancer, some more serious than others. Get the facts.

It has nothing to do with flying and everything to do with your sleep schedule on weekdays vs. weekends. See if you match the pattern.

A morning shower to shake off grogginess or a sleep-inducing shower before bed? Our experts weigh in.

Left-side snoozers live differently than those who sleep on the right. What's the deal?

Pick fashionable pain-preventing purses and bags. Follow these tips to avoid undue strain.

Meditation can be done almost anywhere at any time, costs nothing, and could make a positive impact on your sleep.

Here's an easy exercise to try if your brain keeps buzzing when you lie down to sleep at night.

Electronic communication is changing the way doctors exchange information with their patients and with each other. What does this mean for you?

It's so hard to give up your furry family member due to serious allergies. Make sure your pet goes to the right home.

You don't need a lot of gear, but a few choice tools will help you cook your healthy best.

Congratulations on reaching your goal weight! Now the hard part: keeping it off. Here's how to do it.

Here are 10 simple steps to dramatically reduce the risk of traumatic brain injury for you or someone you love.

Here's how doctors use tests, questionnaires, and direct interviews to confirm an Alzheimer's diagnosis.

Diabetes raises the risk of complications for mother and baby. Here's how to help have a healthy pregnancy.

It can occur from low blood sugar, dehydration, or even standing up too quickly. So how do you know when passing out is something to worry about?