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The Galleri Test: A New Blood Test for Cancer Screening

… that are recommended for screening regularly in the U.S.:Mammographies test for breast cancer, typically in women ages 45 to 54.HPV tests and Pap tests screen for cervical cancer, typically in women ages …

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May 31, 2018/Primary Care

Why Can Motion Sickness Persist, Even After Your Cruise?

… about other risk factors, Dr. Honaker says.There is some speculation that hormonal changes in middle-aged women and anxiety might play a role, but there is no clear evidence. “It may be related to …

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February 9, 2021/Urinary & Kidney Health

Renal Aneurysms: When Should You Have Yours Repaired?

… Sean Lyden, MD. Most people with this condition are 40 to 60 years old, and many are women.According to one study, risk factors of RAA rupture include pregnancy, polyarteritis nodosa or large aneurysm size …

high blood pressure and COVID
December 15, 2021/Heart Health

High Blood Pressure and COVID-19: What’s the Connection?

… 0.14 to 0.53 mmHg for diastolic blood pressure.These increases were seen among men and women of all ages and races. However, noticeable overall spikes in blood pressure occurred with women, while older …

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November 13, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Do You Have Early Signs of Dementia?

… in the United States are women. We don’t know whether these increased incidence rates occur because women tend to live longer than men or if women have a greater risk than men at the …

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June 3, 2019/Women's Health

What You Should Know About the Morning-After Pill

… if you are already pregnant.Copper-releasing IUD. Once it’s placed in the uterus by a healthcare professional, it offers additional pregnancy protection for as long as you keep it in, up to 10 …

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April 7, 2023/Women's Health

Yes, Weight Loss Can Impact Your Menstrual Cycle

… says Dr. Makin, “if a person is trying to lose weight even though they are at a healthy weight already — maybe because of a body dysmorphic disorder — this can impact the menstrual cycle by making …

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March 18, 2025/Mental Health

Birth Control and Depression: Is There a Link?

Birth control pills prevent pregnancy and treat conditions like irregular periods, endometriosis and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). While they have lots of potential benefits, they can also have side effects — and some people say they …

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August 7, 2024/Sex & Relationships

Never Had an Orgasm? What You Should Know About the ‘Big O’

Clinically speaking, an orgasm is the peak of sexual arousal. But what counts as a peak, exactly? And how can you tell when you’ve reached your destination if you’ve never been there before …

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June 26, 2023/Exercise & Fitness

Can Beetroot Powder Improve Athletic Performance?

A powder made from grinding dried beets may be the secret to better performance in activities such as distance running, cycling and … ahem … a certain other sweaty endeavor.Research shows that consuming beetroot powder or …

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