Women’s Health

A new study suggests that some occupations may increase women’s risk of cardiovascular problems. Chief among these seems to be jobs in the care sector. View original article Contributor:

New research from the American Heart Association finds that women who eat more of the day’s calories after 6 p.m. have poorer cardiovascular health. View original article Contributor:

The Mirena coil is a hormonal intrauterine device, or IUD, that many women use to prevent pregnancy. However, it can affect some symptoms of perimenopause. Find out more. View original article Contributor:

The monthly menstrual cycle consists of several stages that the female body goes through to prepare for the possibility of pregnancy. Learn about each stage of the menstrual cycle here. View original article Contributor:

A yeast infection occurs when there is a Candida yeast overgrowth. This infection can affect many parts of the body, including the breasts. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options here. View original article Contributor:

Female anatomy includes the external genitals, or the vulva, and the internal reproductive organs. This article looks at female body parts and their functions, and it provides an interactive diagram. View original article Contributor:

Vestibular papillomatosis refers to small bumps that can occur on the vulva. These bumps are not a sign of disease and are not contagious. Learn more here. View original article Contributor:

Researchers from the United Kingdom are developing a blood test that could help doctors easily detect breast cancer up to 5 years before symptoms occur. View original article Contributor:

Doctors categorize ovarian cancer into four stages, depending on how far the disease has spread. Here, learn more about each ovarian cancer stage and the prognosis. View original article Contributor:

Ben Wa balls are small, weighted balls that a person can insert into their vagina. Makers claim that they can help with Kegel exercises and boost sexual stimulation, but no research supports this. Learn more here. View original article Contributor: