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The Hearts of Women and Girls

It's affected by fluctuating hormone levels across the lifespan. Health organizations are calling for more research and better treatments. >

The Double Dividends of Exercise After Breast Cancer

Exercise helps women recovering from breast cancer overcome a sluggish "chemo brain." It also can rejuvenate cells, slowing their aging. >

Why You Want to Check Your Blood Pressure

Hypertension hides. It's symptom-less as it raises your risk of heart disease, stroke and dementia. Measure it and treat it if needed. >

Some of Us Are Still Drinking at COVID-Lockdown Levels

Alcohol use and heavy drinking have gone down in general, but they are still higher than pre-pandemic levels among one age group. >

The Changing Dating Landscape

Singles asked about dating, relationships, marriage, children, commitment and gender roles gave answers suggesting a generational shift. >

The Upside and Downside of Hormone Replacement Therapy

HRT can ease menopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats and offers some benefits for the heart. It's not without risks though. >

Vitamin B12 Helps Protect Against Birth Defects

Babies are less likely to be born with birth defects when BOTH parents have high blood levels of folate and vitamin B12 before conception. >

From Your Gums to Your Gut to Your Bones

If you are concerned about osteoporosis, make sure you are up-to-date with your dentist. Inflamed gums may accelerate bone loss via the gut. >

HRT's Effects on the Brain

In older women estrogen-only hormone replacement therapy is associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Now to find out why. >

Beyond #MeToo

Reports of sexual harassment have gone up over the last 10 years. How much is due to increased awareness, how much to more bad behavior? >

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