Do you know the warnings signs of breast cancer?It's the most common cancer in women in the United States, except for skin cancers, yet a new national survey finds many adults don’t know what to look for beyond a telltale lump. A survey by The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center ...
A common misconception is high blood pressure (HBP), or hypertension, rarely affects women. However, nearly half of all adults with HBP are women.While HBP isn’t directly related to gender, a woman’s life stages like pregnancy, pregnancy prevention (birth control) and menopause can increase ...
It’s a rite of passage that women can’t avoid and one that can be filled with many physical changes.Now, a new article authored by a Pittsburgh doctor casts light on how menopause can increase a woman’s risk of heart attack, coronary artery disease and other cardiovascular issues.“For ...
Research shows anxiety, stress and depression can have a negative impact on physical health and may even increase the risk for heart disease and stroke.In fact, the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health, identified a strong ...
Do you love to travel? Many of us do, but one challenge for millions of Americans is motion sickness brought on by riding in cars, airplanes or trains.The idea of taking a cruise or riding on a tour bus might be too much to stomach for motion sickness sufferers. If you’ve ever experienced it, ...
As a mother of two daughters, Christi Lukasiak, one of the original dance moms on Lifetime’s hit reality series, “Dance Moms,” and an entrepreneur, cares deeply about women’s health, wellness, inspiration, and empowerment.So the Mars resident was delighted when she was invited to serve ...
