Women's Health

A woman’s life stages can arrive with profound physical and emotional changes. We’ll take you through every stage, offering advice, expertise and understanding.

‘It’s just amazing how I’m feeling’

Struggling against the effects of a rare lung disease, Mary Heeren undergoes a lifesaving double lung transplant and heart bypass surgery.

Cook up a veggie powerhouse

Try these culinary medicine techniques to enhance the nutrients in your favorite vegetables.

Play it safe around pets

Keep these safety tips top of mind when handling household animals.

Work out at home—for less

An active lifestyle doesn't have to break the bank. A few pieces of equipment can get the job done.

The subtle signs of heart trouble

Women are often more likely to experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, sweating, or pain in the neck, shoulders and jaw.

Managing perimenopause

Years before menopause, these sneaky symptoms can be confusing.

Know the risks of indoor tanning

Tanning beds can emit up to 15 times the amount of UV radiation that you'd get from sun exposure.

Scheduled for a heart catheterization?

Here's what you should know before you go—and what to expect during your procedure.

The best test? ‘A well-done colonoscopy’

Evidence continues to support the call for most patients to begin colon cancer screening at age 45.

Hydrate for heart health

Drinking a proper amount of water each day can help keep your sodium levels in check—and your heart will thank you.

Arthritis in winter? Keep moving

Keep joints moving—and lubricated—to help keep pain at bay.

Should you get a bone density test?

By measuring calcium and mineral content in your bones, this simple screening method can help determine if you have osteoporosis.