NEWS / WOMENS HEALTH

Facing Menopause: Hormone Therapy Options

Some women experience few of the distracting symptoms of menopause. But for those who do, choosing a form of hormone treatment can help. >

Go For a Low Pressure Pregnancy

Preeclampsia is a danger to mothers-to-be and their infants. Eating more of a Mediterranean diet can cut the risk of it by 25% or more. >

Exercising While Pregnant

No, that's not a warning; it's a very good thing. Exercise leads to the production of a protein that cuts kids' risk of type 2 diabetes. >

Tell It Like It Is

Feedback is more welcome than many realize. Most people appreciate it. So don't hesitate -- it's an important way to make things better. >

Mammograms As Windows to the Heart

The arterial calcifications that etch some women's mammograms appear to predict a far greater risk of heart disease. >

Sexual Violence and Hypertension

High blood pressure and heart problems are two of the little-known and long-term effects of sexual violence. More screening is needed. >

Everyday Activities Help the Heart

Movements we make every day, walking from room to room, dressing, cleaning, not only count as exercise, they protect against heart disease. >

Snooze More, Lose More

A good night's sleep is a good way to lose weight. People who slept seven hours a night instead of six cut 270 calories from their diets. >

Painkillers May Be Behind the Ringing in Your Ears

NSAIDs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, raise the risk of tinnitus, that maddening buzzing or ringing in your ears. What you can do. >

Eating for Your Best — and Longest — Life

It doesn't matter how old you are: improving your diet can add years to your life. Here's what to eat to cut your risk of killer diseases. >

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