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07/12/2010
A novel study evidences that bicycling and brisk walking could help women keep off the extra weight.   read more »
07/12/2010
Many patients with diabetes may not benefit from aggressive management of cardiovascular risk factors and some may even be harmed, according to a statistical model based on a government health survey.   read more »
07/12/2010
While menopause is a normal stage of life, many women are still embarrassed when they are going through it, according to a new campaign.
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07/7/2010
Events surrounding a baby girl's birth may affect the age at which she later goes through menopause.   read more »
07/6/2010
Researcher Says Domestic Work Can Cause More Disabilities   read more »
07/6/2010
Study Finds Anxiety Linked to Serious Heart Problems   read more »
07/6/2010
Another option for those with low bone density or osteoporosis is a consistent exercise regimen.   read more »
07/6/2010
Overweight and moderately obese postmenopausal women using diets based on higher protein intake also need to be aware of potential bone loss, according to new research from Purdue University.   read more »
07/1/2010
If celebrating triple-digit birthdays sounds appealing, scientists may be able to determine if you're likely to live that long.   read more »
06/28/2010
There's little evidence that they actually prevent the condition, researchers say   read more »
06/24/2010
Researchers Say Study Indicates Importance of Diabetes Prevention   read more »
06/23/2010
Women who have given birth to several children may have a faster rate of plaque build-up in the neck arteries than those with fewer or no children, hints a new study.   read more »
06/14/2010
Runny nose, scratchy throat, maybe a cough. And worse, it's 80 degrees outside. Most of us know it as the summer cold. But in fact it's probably not.   read more »
06/11/2010
Women thinking about hormone treatments to ease the symptoms of menopause could suffer even more if they ever choose to stop the therapy.   read more »
05/27/2010
Study Shows People Who Brush Teeth Less Frequently Are at Higher Risk for Heart Disease   read more »
05/26/2010
The Food and Drug Administration warns that people who take drugs called proton pump inhibitors, such as Nexium, for more than a year or use high doses have higher rates of hip, wrist and spine fractures.   read more »
05/23/2010
A new study suggests eating lots of fruits and vegetables may decrease risk of developing fibroadenomas - benign breast tumors that are a risk factor for breast cancer - in women .   read more »
05/20/2010
Study suggests walking may help prevent metabolic syndrome   read more »
05/18/2010
Study Helps Physicians and Patients Choose Best Procedure   read more »
05/17/2010
Those in their 50s are more satisfied than those in 20s, large study says   read more »
05/14/2010
Although there are many factors that play a role in the development of skin cancer, the most important is sun exposure.   read more »
05/13/2010
The safety of high-dose vitamin D to treat osteoporosis has been called into question after Melbourne researchers found the treatment was linked to an increased rate of falls and fractures.   read more »
05/13/2010
In support of National Women’s Health Week, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) challenges women to improve their health by quitting smoking.
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05/12/2010
Outdoor exercise improves mental health, study finds   read more »
05/12/2010
Beloved sound soothes nerves – but can it pierce a coma?   read more »
05/11/2010
Researchers have reported in the European Heart Journal that people who work for long hours, which was defined as 10 hours or more per day, are more likely to have heart related problems than those who do not.   read more »
05/9/2010
A large Chinese study found people in very old age have no trouble sleeping   read more »
05/5/2010
Aging Asians appear to be as vulnerable to age-related vision loss as their white counterparts, a new review and analysis of the medical literature shows.   read more »
04/27/2010
Eating a Mediterranean diet may help keep your brain healthy as you age, findings from an ongoing study show.   read more »
04/26/2010
High blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes now widespread, CDC survey finds.   read more »
04/20/2010
High cholesterol a dangerous side effect to extra sweeteners, study says   read more »
04/19/2010
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04/19/2010
Researchers say it's not just loose skin that makes us look old.
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04/12/2010
Women who eat more white bread, white rice, pizza, and other carbohydrate-rich foods that cause blood sugar to spike are more than twice as likely to develop heart disease than women who eat less of those foods, a new study suggests.   read more »
04/9/2010
It turns out grandma was right: Listen to your elders. New research indicates they are indeed wise — in knowing how to deal with conflicts and accepting life's uncertainties and change.   read more »
04/9/2010
Middle-aged Americans report more physical problems, study shows   read more »
04/9/2010
Excess weight increases stroke risk, a new study including nearly 2.3 million people confirms. And the heavier a person is, the greater their risk.   read more »
04/6/2010
Study: 2 hours a week lowers stroke chance by 30 percent   read more »
04/6/2010
Yoga can reduce hot flashes and night sweats among women going through menopause, and also appears to sharpen their mental function, researchers from India report.   read more »
04/4/2010
Research finding new details on our attitudes, appearances as we grow old   read more »
04/4/2010
Gradually increase activity in your 40s to offset a slow metabolism.   read more »
04/2/2010
Diet and lifestyle should remain first among osteoporosis management options despite major advances in evidence for and approval of new treatments over the past few years, according to the North American Menopause Society.   read more »
04/1/2010
Study Shows Higher Risk of Breast Cancer Among Women Who Report Taking Multivitamins   read more »
03/30/2010
Adopting healthful habits can significantly alter the course of aging, even if you don't start until you are middle-aged or older, growing research suggests.
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03/29/2010
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03/29/2010
How dietary needs change for women as they age   read more »
03/29/2010
Research links too much folic acid to certain cancers   read more »
03/28/2010
WISHFIT focuses on collective fitness effort in Beverly, Morgan Park   read more »
03/25/2010
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03/24/2010
We all know that tension can wreak havoc on our eating patterns. But the right (healthy!) foods can often help tame mindless munching and cravings and, better yet, actually lower overall anxiety and its symptoms.   read more »
03/24/2010
A big new study says women who are middle-aged or older need to spend about 60 minutes every day doing moderate exercise just to avoid gaining weight.   read more »
03/23/2010
Although controlling risk factors is seen as difficult, physicians can help patients with diabetes develop care plans and adopt healthier lifestyles, a new study suggests.   read more »
03/22/2010
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03/22/2010
Smoking, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and obesity cut years off Americans' lives, dropping life expectancy by about four years for women and five years for men.   read more »
03/22/2010
As people grow older, memory and thinking skills decline relatively rapidly in those who end up with later dementia compared with folks who are aging normally—even before dementia or Alzheimer's disease is officially diagnosed.   read more »
03/22/2010
Hot flashes and mood swings may not be the only negative side effects of going through menopause. Researchers now believe the height of many women decreases after menopause. This loss of height may indicate a spinal fracture.    read more »
03/19/2010
Lack of effect prompts recommendation that it be discarded as an intervention.   read more »
03/18/2010
Researchers say the findings, published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine, should serve as a warning to people lured by companies offering expensive genome mapping - at least those wanting to determine their lifetime risk of contracting breast cancer.   read more »
03/10/2010
FDA to Look for Link Between Femur Fractures and Bone-Loss Drugs After ABC Reports.   read more »
03/9/2010
Doctors and hospitals are getting a new test that many think will help fight ovarian cancer, one of the deadliest cancers, by helping them to more quickly distinguish cancerous from benign growths.   read more »
03/9/2010
Exercise may help older women maintain their bone density, but adding the supplement black cohosh to the routine does not bring any extra benefits, a new study suggests.   read more »
03/3/2010
Current treatments for atherosclerosis rely heavily on medications as well as surgical options but diet may be another option to aid the regression of carotid atherosclerosis in obese people.    read more »
03/3/2010
According to research by the American Cancer Society, the amount of weight a woman gains after the age of 18 is a strong indicator as to whether she will get breast cancer later in life.   read more »
03/2/2010
If you’ve ever experienced a hot flash, I don’t need to explain to you why lately I’ve been feeling a little delirious in the middle of the night.   read more »
03/1/2010

People vow to change their ways, but often not for very long.

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03/1/2010
Despite supplement makers' claims and popular perceptions, the benefits of soy in fighting hot flashes in women going through menopause remain unproven, according to a new analysis of 19 studies.   read more »

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