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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

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Analog Hobbies Are Having a Moment — and Our Nervous Systems Are Here For It

Whether you pick up knitting needles or a paint brush, hands-on crafts are helping us relax and reconnect with ourselves, and each other

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What’s the Big Deal About Berberine?

This plant-based supplement has taken over social media feeds, but here’s what the science actually says about its benefits, side effects and safety for women in midlife

zoe cain

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.

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What Your Bladder Might Be Telling You About Your Heart

New research suggests a connection between urinary incontinence and cardiovascular disease in women. Here's what the connection means and when to ask your healthcare provider about screening.

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Rachel Gordon

I Had a Stroke at Birth and Spent Years Trying to Hide My Cerebral Palsy. Sharing on Social Media Helped Set Me Free.

My stroke at birth affected the left side of my body. Now, I’m helping raise awareness about cerebral palsy and living with limitations online.

Jeannette Malburg

I Survived Ovarian Cancer 3 Times — and I Learned to Fight for Myself

After doctors dismissed my test results — twice — I’ve learned the importance of advocating for your health

Tia Bee Stokes

Acute Myeloid Leukemia Nearly Killed Me — But It Didn’t Stop Me From Dancing My Heart Out

To survive months alone in the hospital during Covid, I turned to my faith — and my phone

GOOD SEX WITH EMILY JAMEA, Sex Therapist

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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.

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Is Mental Health Messing with Your Sexual Mojo?

Mental health conditions may affect desire more than you think

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How Is AI Affecting Sex and Relationships?

Talk about friends with benefits. Can your relationship survive chatbots, AI and technology?

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Can Using Vaginal Estrogen Cream on Your Face Make You Look Younger?

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

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Is It Just Sadness or Is It Clinical Depression?

Should you just deal with sad feelings on your own, or ask for help?

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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

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Ask the Expert: HPV and Cervical Cancer

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

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The 3 Stages of Menopause

Watch our video to learn about perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause

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HIV Testing: Knowing Your Status Can Save Your Life

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

CONDITIONS & TREATMENTS

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5 Chronic Conditions That Can Worsen Overactive Bladder

Learn about chronic conditions and treatments that can contribute to or worsen overactive bladder symptoms

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Comic: Edna Gets an Endoscopy

An upper endoscopy can help uncover the cause behind symptoms like difficulty swallowing, chronic heartburn and unexplained stomach pain

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Reducing the Multiple Myeloma Mortality Gap

Community engagement and education can help improve multiple myeloma survival rates for medically underserved women

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

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

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HealthyWomen's 9th Annual Educational Event

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

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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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