Category: Women’s Health

Medicare Advantage plans may offer optional one-time house calls to the people they insure to evaluate their health risks and suggest treatment plans.

I?m expecting and want to have a vaginal delivery, but many of my friends have had cesarean sections lately. Is this a preference, or are there medical reasons to have a cesarean?

Uterine fibroids can cause heavy bleeding and pregnancy complications. Treatment depends on a woman’s health, childbearing plans, and personal preferences.

Mindfulness meditation, exercise, and social support have been shown to reduce stress and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Women failed to complete almost half of sessions in any of three different cardiovascular rehabilitation programs.

Compounded hormones lack evidence of safety and effectiveness. “Natural” FDA-approved products are available for relieving menopausal symptoms.

Waiting several days before taking antibiotics for a respiratory infection reduced antibiotic use without significantly affecting recovery.

Light therapy, either alone or in combination with an antidepressant, can alleviate major depression.

Ultrasound alone isn’t recommended for breast cancer screening, but it may be added to mammography for some women with dense breasts.

The current advice is to get the equivalent of 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous activity a week and avoid prolonged sitting.