A diet rich in added sugar is associated with an unhealthy diet. Using artificial sweeteners isn’t necessarily the answer, because these may heighten craving for sugary foods. For a healthier diet, gradually reduce added sweeteners.
New guidelines may expand female candidates for these cholesterol-lowering drugs.
Connected health means sending health information collected at home to doctors and nurses so they can help their patients with high blood pressure and other common conditions to improve their health.
Walking for seven hours a week may help lower breast cancer risk. The more exercise women get, the lower their risk drops.
Currently, most diseases that are detectable by urine tests can be diagnosed earlier with blood tests. Since blood testing is more common in doctors’ offices now and urinalysis adds little new information, many doctors do not do it routinely.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) doesn’t apply to women on Medicare or to the vast majority of women currently covered by their employers.
Cosmetic techniques such as fractional laser resurfacing, neuromodulators, and dermal fillers can help improve the skin’s appearance by minimizing wrinkles and discoloration.
People who take a cholesterol-lowering statin drug may be slightly more likely to develop cataracts.
Having a pet-particularly a dog-has been associated with lower heart disease risk factors and greater longevity. Pets provide companionship and opportunities for exercise, among other benefits.
Certain medications can reduce a woman’s risk for developing breast cancer. Women at high risk for breast cancer should talk with their doctors about this prevention strategy.