Category: Women’s Health

Postmenopausal women with overactive bladder may benefit from a low-dose vaginal estrogen ring.

Do vaginal estrogens that are used for vaginal dryness have the same risks as estrogens taken orally or by skin patch?

The health risks of women whose mothers were given the drug DES have been documented in a follow-up study.

People with osteoporosis may be reluctant to exercise, but it’s important to prevent bones from weakening further. Consult a health-care provider to find the right exercises for your condition.

Should I have my magnesium level checked regularly to make sure I’m getting enough for my bones?

Holiday meals present an increased risk for food-borne illnesses, but a few simple precautions can prevent illness.

There is growing evidence of a link between depression and increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

Older women with sleep apnea may be at higher risk of developing cognitive problems and dementia.

Compulsive hoarders accumulate unneeded items beyond reason. While hoarding is sometimes a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder, most hoarders do not exhibit the characteristics of OCD.

Adding certain cholesterol-lowering foods to a low-fat diet may be more effective at lowering long-range heart disease risk.