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I Want to Be the First Survivor of Alzheimer’s Disease

Sixteen members of my family have died from early-onset Alzheimer's. I’m still fighting for a cure.

Robin McIntyre

21 Sep 2026

Busted! 5 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease

There’s a lot of stigma surrounding the brain disorder that’s more common in women than men. Here’s what you need to know.

Jacquelyne Froeber

17 Sep 2026

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4 TikTok Health Trends: Heart or Hype?

Pinky finger workouts for brain health? Antihistamines for hot flashes? Protein for … everything? Here’s what the experts have to say about some of the viral health trends on social media.

Jacquelyne Froeber

15 Sep 2026

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Puzzled About Peptides?

From the CDC to your social media feed, peptides are all the rage these days. Here’s what you need to know.

Jacquelyne Froeber

08 Sep 2026

It Took 15 Years and Dozens of Doctors to Find the Cause of My Pain

After years of being told nothing was wrong, I finally learned I had severe endometriosis and adenomyosis

Veena Crownholm

03 Sep 2026

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Real Women, Real Stories

Prostate Cancer Taught My Husband and Me What Real Intimacy Is

Prostate cancer changed intimacy for Dean and me, but we found other ways to stay connected

Nobody Believed My Pain Was Real Until Endometriosis Landed Me in a Coma

For six years, I lived alone in agony, dismissed by doctor after doctor

I Was Told I Was Shy — But I Had Social Anxiety Disorder

For a long time, I thought I was the only one who had an intense fear of socializing. Now, I use my art to help raise awareness about social anxiety disorder and other mental health conditions.

GOOD SEX WITH EMILY JAMEA, Sex Therapist

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Reclaiming Sexual Intimacy After Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer can affect both partners when it comes to their sex life. Learn how redefining intimacy can lead to fulfillment.

Good Sex with Emily Jamea [Buen sexo con Emily Jamea]: Recuperar la intimidad sexual después del cáncer de próstata

El cáncer de próstata afecta al paciente y a su pareja en lo que se refiere a sus vidas sexuales. Entérate de cómo replantear la intimidad puede dar paso a la satisfacción personal.

Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How Much Sex Should You Be Having?

A lot of people wonder how often they should be having sex. The answer may surprise you.

CONDITIONS & TREATMENTS

Asthma 101

Asthma is more common in women than men. Here’s what you need to know about the symptoms, risk factors and treatment options for asthma.

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Biologics for Treating Asthma

A kind of medicine called a biologic may help people with asthma get their symptoms under control

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Got Questions about COPD? We’ve Got Answers.

COPD is often thought of as a condition men get. But women can get COPD, too. Here’s what you need to know.

Events

Preventing HPV-Associated Cancers: Saving Lives and Reducing Healthcare Costs

Virtual Congressional Briefing: March 24, 2026 | 12 p.m. ET

HealthyWomen's 9th Annual Educational Event

Each year we bring together experts, researchers and innovators to celebrate advancements in women's health

Capitol Conversations: Maintaining Investments in New Innovation (MINI) Act

A new policy initiative that will bring together leading healthcare providers, patients and policymakers to examine relevant issues in women’s health.

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Sixteen members of my family have died from early-onset Alzheimer's. I’m still fighting for a cure.

There’s a lot of stigma surrounding the brain disorder that’s more common in women than men. Here’s what you need to know.

Pinky finger workouts for brain health? Antihistamines for hot flashes? Protein for … everything? Here’s what the experts have to say about some of the viral health trends on social media.

From the CDC to your social media feed, peptides are all the rage these days. Here’s what you need to know.

After years of being told nothing was wrong, I finally learned I had severe endometriosis and adenomyosis

We are the nation's largest nonprofit educating and empowering women to make decisions about their health care.

Prostate cancer changed intimacy for Dean and me, but we found other ways to stay connected

For six years, I lived alone in agony, dismissed by doctor after doctor

For a long time, I thought I was the only one who had an intense fear of socializing. Now, I use my art to help raise awareness about social anxiety disorder and other mental health conditions.

Prostate cancer can affect both partners when it comes to their sex life. Learn how redefining intimacy can lead to fulfillment.

El cáncer de próstata afecta al paciente y a su pareja en lo que se refiere a sus vidas sexuales. Entérate de cómo replantear la intimidad puede dar paso a la satisfacción personal.

A lot of people wonder how often they should be having sex. The answer may surprise you.

Dermatologists weigh in on the pros and cons of an emerging skincare trend

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

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

Watch this video to learn who should get tested for HIV and how to get tested

Watch our video to learn about perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause

Nancy R. Berman, MSN, ANP-BC, NCMP, FAANP, answers questions about HPV, cervical cancer and how the two are connected

Asthma is more common in women than men. Here’s what you need to know about the symptoms, risk factors and treatment options for asthma.

A kind of medicine called a biologic may help people with asthma get their symptoms under control

COPD is often thought of as a condition men get. But women can get COPD, too. Here’s what you need to know.

Virtual Congressional Briefing: March 24, 2026 | 12 p.m. ET

Each year we bring together experts, researchers and innovators to celebrate advancements in women's health

A new policy initiative that will bring together leading healthcare providers, patients and policymakers to examine relevant issues in women’s health.