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Find reliable and up-to-date information on women's health, including tips for maintaining well-being.

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October 28, 2024/Women's Health

Birth Control Gel: Effectiveness and How It Works

Birth control gel is simple to use and an effective method for preventing pregnancy

Person showing healthcare provider where their breast hurts in exam room
October 24, 2024/Women's Health

How To Know if You Could Have a Breast Abscess — and What To Do About It

A breast abscess feels like a hot, hard and painful lump — seek support from a healthcare provider at first signs of an infection

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October 16, 2024/Women's Health

What Is the Average Height for Women?

In the U.S., the average height for women is 5 feet 3.5 inches, and it ranges from 4 feet 11 inches to 5 feet 7 inches around the world

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October 4, 2024/Women's Health

Home Menopause Tests Measure Hormones, but Are They Helpful?

At-home tests measure FSH levels in urine, but they can’t actually diagnose menopause

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October 3, 2024/Children's Health

Signs of Autism in Girls and Women — and Why They Can Be Overlooked

Differences in symptom presentation may lead to women and girls being underdiagnosed

Person examining their scarred and acne-prone face skin
September 12, 2024/Women's Health

Have PCOS? Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Acne and Other Skin Symptoms

PCOS can cause skin problems, but birth control pills, hormonal medications and topicals can help

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August 15, 2024/Women's Health

Yes, You Can Get Pregnant While Breastfeeding

You may have a lower chance of getting pregnant while nursing — but it’s still possible

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August 12, 2024/Women's Health

Here’s How You Can Get Mastitis Without Breastfeeding

Bacterial infections, breast abscesses and clogged milk ducts can all cause inflammation in your breasts

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July 31, 2024/Skin Care & Beauty

Your Period and Chronic Hives: What To Know

The fluctuation in your hormones can cause the red, itchy welts

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July 30, 2024/Women's Health

Pain Down There? 9 Reasons Your Vagina Hurts

Infections, cysts and conditions like endometriosis can result in a host of symptoms like burning and itching

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