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Violence Against Women is Overlooked in Its Role in Opioid Epidemic
Violence Against Women is Overlooked in Its Role in Opioid Epidemic

Women who are subject to violence – often from intimate partners – are more likely to turn to opioids or other substances leading to further health and life problems, including increased risk for HIV infection.

Health Insurers Want You To Try Cheaper Drugs First, but That Can Hurt You
Health Insurers Want You To Try Cheaper Drugs First, but That Can Hurt You

Insurance companies sometimes try to cut costs by substituting less expensive drugs for a specific drug prescription. That's raising problems in many cases, and actually causing harm.

Stories of African-American women aging with HIV: 'My life wasn't what I hoped it to be'
Stories of African-American women aging with HIV: 'My life wasn't what I hoped it to be'

African-American women aging with HIV often have histories of abuse and trauma, in addition to other medical conditions. A few share their stories.

How Much Fat Do You Really Need?
How Much Fat Do You Really Need?

With all the attention that the very high-fat Keto diet is getting, you might be wondering how much fat is healthy and how much your body really needs every day to thrive.

Preventing Glaucoma
Preventing Glaucoma

Certain ethnic groups, the elderly and people who have family members with glaucoma are at a higher risk than others for the eye disease.

What to Know About Vaginal Dryness
What to Know About Vaginal Dryness

Vaginal dryness can happen at any age but is common during or after menopause as estrogen levels decline. Learn more about its symptoms and causes and what you can do to minimize it.


When Healthy Eating Turns Into a Dangerous Obsession
When Healthy Eating Turns Into a Dangerous Obsession

When eating healthy becomes an around-the-clock obsession, it could be a sign of trouble.

Will Menopause Symptoms Ever Stop?
Will Menopause Symptoms Ever Stop?

For some women, menopause symptoms like hot flashes may last a lifetime. But there are some lifestyle changes and treatments that may reduce the symptoms.

Workouts: A Prescription to Ease Severe Chronic Anxiety?
Workouts: A Prescription to Ease Severe Chronic Anxiety?

A small study suggests that burdensome feelings can be quelled with a little heart-pumping activity.

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The Uniqueness of Liver Disease Care: Managing PBC
The Uniqueness of Liver Disease Care: Managing PBC

April Morris has spent 13 years working with liver disease patients. From being a sub-investigator on several clinical trials, to developing medications to treat and improve various liver conditions, she's immersed in everything liver health.

Everything You Need to Know About Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Everything You Need to Know About Primary Biliary Cholangitis

Learn more about this rare autoimmune liver disease.

Living with Postpartum Depression Made Me Realize Many Moms Suffer in Silence
Living with Postpartum Depression Made Me Realize Many Moms Suffer in Silence

Read on woman’s story about her struggles with postpartum depression. 


Is It Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression?
Is It Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression?

While there are similarities between baby blues and PPD, there are major differences in the severity and duration of symptoms.


Osteoporosis: Knowing – and Owning – Your Numbers
Osteoporosis: Knowing – and Owning – Your Numbers

As with so many things, when it comes to aging, what’s on the inside ultimately matters most.

Understanding Your Bone Health as You Age
Understanding Your Bone Health as You Age

As you age, postmenopausal osteoporosis is more likely to occur because your body's natural bone remodeling process becomes unbalanced. Here's what you need to know.

Why Is My Sleep Apnea Making Me So Tired During the Day?
Why Is My Sleep Apnea Making Me So Tired During the Day?

If you have obstructive sleep apnea, the most common form of sleep apnea, and still feel tired during the day, you are not alone. Learn more.

Sleep Apnea and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: What Is the Connection?
Sleep Apnea and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: What Is the Connection?

There are many people living with sleep apnea who still feel a different kind of tired during the day. Learn more.

Do You Suffer from Sleep Issues? These Resources Can Help
Do You Suffer from Sleep Issues? These Resources Can Help

We've culled together the top sleep resources you can go to for trustworthy information that will actually help you.

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Is It Baby Blues Or Postpartum Depression?

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