Risk assessment is a huge part of living. Every day, we make decisions to help protect ourselves from illness and prolong our health. We get the flu shot to help reduce our risk of getting …
Do you sometimes fast for religious reasons or as a lifestyle choice? If so, you may wonder what impact fasting has on your health. Can it reduce your blood pressure? Is it healthy for your …
The autoimmune disease rheumatoid arthritis affects more than 1.3 million people in the United States. While the condition is far more common in women than men, it can affect anyone at any age.“It …
… While medical gaslighting can happen to anyone, psychologist Chivonna Childs, PhD, says it happens most often to women and people who already face barriers in the healthcare system. Providers may be influenced by hidden bias …
Advertisement
Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy
… Everything You Must Know About Tampons, author Nancy Friedman notes that researchers have found evidence that Egyptian women in the 15th century B.C. used “soft papyrus tampons,” while ancient Roman women used tampons made …
… causes.Immunizations: Your annual check-up is a great time to get vaccines you may need.Overall health: You can discuss routine health maintenance topics with your gynecologist.Seeing your gynecologist regularly is an important …
Chest pain can be scary — and your initial thought might be, I’m having a heart attack.While chest pain can be a sign of a serious health condition, it’s not always dangerous. And …
Underneath a mom who’s doing it all may be a mom who’s also teetering on the edge of burnout. Call it the dark side of multitasking.Women can be the ultimate multitaskers, but …
Antidepressant medications are among the most common and effective ways to treat depression. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), 1 in 10 women experience depression during pregnancy.“It’s crucial to …
Being caught without a pad, tampon or menstrual cup during your period can be a real bummer. But does it have to be? More and more women are embracing the concept of free bleeding.Gynecology …
Advertisement
Advertisement