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 Leah Phillips

Doctors Shrugged Off My Cough Because I Wasn’t a Smoker — but I Had Stage 4 Lung Cancer

I’m not the only never smoker with lung cancer, and physicians need to do better

Jearlean Taylor

I Became a Cancer Survivor at Age 3

Life after cancer is all I’ve known. I’ve tried to use my story to make a difference for others.

Robin Finn

Grief and Loss Are Different When You’re the Caregiver

After years of blaming myself, writing and grief therapy helped me move forward after my mother’s death

GOOD SEX WITH EMILY JAMEA, Sex Therapist

Katie Finley

Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer Means the Pandemic Isn’t 'Over' for Me

The world may have moved on from Covid, but I’m still fighting to keep myself safe from the virus

I'm Proud to Be the Founder of Moms on Mushrooms

I'm Proud to Be the Founder of Moms on Mushrooms

Microdosing mushrooms has helped me heal from trauma and be more present in my life. Now, I'm helping other moms learn about the benefits of microdosing.

Margie Wilson

My Endometrial Cancer Hid in Menopause

Spotting during menopause isn’t normal. Nobody ever told me that, so I’ve dedicated my life to educating women about critical uterine health issues.

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4 Things That Pain in Your Left Boob Might Mean

From nothing to something, random pain in your left breast can mean several things. Learn about four of the most common causes.

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How to Regain Intimacy When Your Partner Has Bladder Cancer

Being a caregiver can change your relationship, but there are ways to rekindle the spark

woman wondering what the feeling of heaviness in Your Pelvic Area Might Mean

11 Things That Heaviness in Your Pelvic Area Might Mean

Lots of things can cause a feeling of heaviness in your pelvic area. Learn the most common causes — and when you should seek medical attention

Top Videos

WomenTalk: The Link Between Diabetes and Your Heart

WomenTalk: The Link Between Diabetes and Your Heart

In this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll learn all about the link between heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Menopause

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Menopause

In this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll be exploring the role nurse practitioners play in women’s health, particularly in menopause.

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Maternal Health

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Maternal Health

In this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll discuss the importance of having access to good prenatal and postpartum care and how to advocate for yourself.

CONDITIONS & TREATMENTS

Reflection in a mirror of a woman palpating her breast while doing self breast-examination at home.

Should You Do a Breast Self-Exam?

The formal breast self-exam is no longer recommended — but breast awareness is. Here’s what you need to know about breast cancer screening.

Healthy Living With COPD flipbook

Healthy Living With COPD

Follow these steps to live your best life with COPD

COPD Treatments infographic

COPD Treatments

Learn the options for COPD Treatments

Events

Congressional Briefing: The New Path Forward in Women’s Health

Congressional Briefing: The New Path Forward in Women’s Health

Transforming Research Outcomes into Better Healthcare

Webinar: Advancing Employee Wellness and Access for Women Living with Obesity

Webinar: Advancing Employee Wellness and Access for Women Living with Obesity

Hear from our experts about the different treatment options available for obesity and why employer-sponsored coverage is essential for women living with obesity

Congressional Briefing – Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage

Congressional Briefing – Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage

Learn about the impacts of a lack of coverage for obesity treatments


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