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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 …
… What is a mammogram callback?A mammogram callback means you’ve been asked to return to your healthcare provider’s office after a screening mammogram. But let’s get one thing out of the way …
… 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 …
Most people pee about seven to eight times per day on average. But when you’re pregnant, many of your body’s “on average” stats, including this one, don’t apply anymore. Along with all …
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… 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 …
… reasons why seeing your gynecologist annually is important:Pap smears and cervical cancer screenings: Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, and regular Pap smears and cervical cancer screenings can help …
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 …
Getting your ears pierced can be a rite of passage in some families and cultures.Earlobes are the most pierced body part in the United States — 84% of women and 64% of men in the …
When treating breast cancer there’s a common question that surgeons, breast cancer specialists and patients may explore.Should we treat with chemotherapy before — or after — breast surgery?“Traditionally we’ve done surgery first then …
You know you’re not really eating for two. But should you pass on that ice cream and soda?The risks of eating too much sugar and its impact on heart health has been well …
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