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The average age of menopause is 51. Approximately 42 million women in the U.S. are menopausal. Because ours is an aging population, each year a higher percentage of the population is menopausal. Approximately 4900 U.S. women enter menopause each day. The age of...

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women. More women die secondary to heart disease than all forms of cancer combined. One out of every three women will develop heart disease and half of a million women will die from it annually. In comparison, forty...

The most common headaches are classified as migraine or tension-type. The cause of headaches is not completely understood, especially why certain people have a higher predisposition toward getting them. Women are three times more likely to suffer from chronic...

Exercise is important for everyone, even if weight loss is not an issue. It is important for maintaining cardiovascular health, and cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women. Exercise lowers blood pressure, cholesterol, and...

The Depression Epidemic: Why More People Than Ever Are Suffering It's no secret that rates of depression are on the rise. In fact, studies show that depression has increased by a staggering 33% since 2013. While depression is often thought of as something that only...

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, representing 32% of the cancers in women. One in eight women in their lifetime will develop breast cancer. In the U.S. there are 180,000 new cases of breast cancer annually. Fortunately the five-year survival rate...

Prevention of disease is the goal for everyone. Women account for two-thirds of all health care expenses. Women need an annual exam yearly. This exam includes a breast exam, PAP smear, and a bimanual exam to evaluate the size of the uterus and ovaries. Blood pressure...

The Dangers of Stress and How to Avoid Them We all know what it feels like to be stressed. Whether it's from work, family, or school, stress is inevitable. But what you may not know is if stress isn’t managed, it can negatively impact your health. In this article,...

Colonoscopy - Why It’s a Lifesaver Getting a colonoscopy isn’t anyone's favorite thing to do. However, it’s a necessary procedure that can literally be a lifesaver. Here's everything you need to know about colonoscopies and why they are so important. What Is a...

CBT for Insomnia: A Promising Treatment for a Common Problem If you've ever struggled to fall asleep or stay asleep, you're not alone. According to the National Sleep Foundation, “between 10% and 30% of adults struggle with chronic insomnia, and…between 30% and 48% of...