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The Skinny on Microdosing GLP-1 Drugs

Why are people microdosing weight-loss drugs? Here’s what you need to know.

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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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Patients Are Being Denied Access to Their Medical Records

High fees for medical records are becoming more common — but what if you can’t pay the fee? Here’s what you need to know about handling unreasonable charges.

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11 Things You Can Do to Reduce the Risk of Spreading C. Diff

How to stay safe and reduce the risk of C. diff infection

Kayla Nixon

I Was Told I Was Too Young to Have Endometrial Cancer — but I Did

I was dismissed by healthcare providers time and again, and earlier treatment could have prevented my cancer

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Vaginal Estrogen

Vaginal estrogen is making headlines these days. But should you try it?

Aretha Watson

Multiple Brain Aneurysms Changed My Life — and I’m So Much Better For It

Having multiple brain aneurysms taught me to embrace resilience and self-care

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What Is a Patient Advocate?

One of healthcare’s best kept secrets means you don’t have to navigate the system alone

Vonda Wright

15 Minutes With: Vonda Wright Talks Bone Health During Menopause and the Secret to Living a Long, Healthy Life

The orthopedic surgeon and longevity specialist breaks down the importance of strong bones during menopause

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Measles Is Baaaack. Are You At Risk?

With declining vaccination levels, measles has seen a resurgence. Learn how to protect yourself from the disease.

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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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5 Things You Should Know About Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Many people experience pelvic organ prolapse after childbirth or during menopause. Learn what it is, why it occurs and how it’s treated.

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How to Be a Good Emotional Support Friend

We’ve got 99 problems but a BFF isn’t one. Here’s what to say and how to support your friend going through a hard time.

Isabelle Morley

15 Minutes With: Isabelle Morley Talks ‘Therapy Speak,’ Love Bombing and What to Do if You Get the Ick

The psychologist and couples therapist dishes on relationship red flags and how buzzy terms like “gaslighting” can compromise connection

Pamela Price

I Live with Bipolar Disorder, but I Don’t Let It Define Who I Am

Managing bipolar disorder has been a lifelong journey, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come

Carol Beeley

I Wasn’t Tired. I Was in Heart Failure.

I had no idea how sick I was until, in bed one night channel surfing, a Rosie O’Donnell show saved my life

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What’s Behind the Underdiagnosis of ADHD in Black Women?

Black women are among the least likely groups to get an ADHD diagnosis, costing them years of mental health and well-being

Heather Curley

They Said I’d Only Live 4 Months, but It’s Been 2 Years — and I’m Not Done Yet

Living with metastatic breast cancer has been hard, but I’m thankful for every day

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Lipoprotein (a): The Heart Health Risk Factor You Need to Know About

Understanding your Lp(a) level can be a key part of managing your heart health. Learn what it is, how to get tested, and what to do if your levels are high.

Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Endometrial Cancer Treatment Options

Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Endometrial Cancer Treatment Options

We asked Nita Lee, M.D., associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Chicago, to explain how endometrial cancer is treated

Emma Mon

Don’t Count Me Out

I have metastatic breast cancer. But I have goals.

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15 Minutes With: Sara Reardon Talks About the Power of the Pelvic Floor and the Problem with How We Pee

The candid pelvic floor physical therapist and founder of The Vagina Whisperer is on a mission to educate women about the importance of the pelvic floor