Women’s Health

Women of all ages face health questions every day. Find articles, infographics, and videos specific to women’s health issues. Whether you’re seeking information on pregnancy, menopause, nutrition, or bone health, our women’s health topics can help guide you through the different stages of life.

Check out topics including:

How Does a Mammogram Work?
Supporting Someone with Endometriosis.
Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer.
Experiencing Severe Menstrual Cramps: Possible Conditions.
Choosing the Best Prenatal Vitamin.
Surviving and Thriving During Menopause.
Signs of Stroke in Women.
Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention.
How to Seek Treatment for Sexual Assault.
Much More.

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Endometriosis: What Are the Risks, Symptoms, and Treatments?

April 8, 2016

Endometriosis affects nearly 5 million women in the United States. Learn more about the risks, symptoms, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: endometriosis, heavy periods, hormonal birth control, pelvic infections, pelvic pain
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Outtakes: Just Like Any Other Dad: Marc-André Fleury

March 31, 2016

Marc-André Fleury of the Pittsburgh Penguins shows us how he's just like any other dad in this unique collaboration with Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC. Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: behind the scenes, magee, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, Marc-Andre Fleury, outtakes, Pittsburgh Penguins
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How Smoking, Alcohol, and Drugs Can Harm Your Baby

March 23, 2016

Your unborn baby receives much of what you eat, drink, and breathe. Learn how unhealthy habits—like smoking, drinking, and doing drugs—can harm your baby. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: caffeine, illegal substance use, pregnancy, smoking, smoking and pregnancy
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Are Cervical and Ovarian Cancer Treatable?

January 27, 2016

Women with cervical cancer and ovarian cancer have many treatment options. Learn more about UPMC's approach to creating a customized treatment plan. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Gynecologic Cancer, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancer, cancer risks, cervical cancer, disease, ovarian and cervical cancers, ovarian cancer, pap smear, radiation
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Bringing Your Newborn Home: What Items You Should Pack

December 30, 2015

Moms-to-be, get your go-bag ready! Make sure you pack everything you'll need to bring your baby home. Find a list in this easy-to-print infographic! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: baby, childbirth, infographic, mom-to-be, motherhood, pregnancy, pregnant
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The Warning Signs of Lung Cancer

December 5, 2015

Each year, more people are likely to die from lung cancer than breast, prostate, and colon cancer combined. Discover the warning signs of lung cancer today. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Family Health, Living and Wellness, Lung Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancers, chest pain, lung cancer, Wheezing
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Physical Therapy for Female Incontinence

November 21, 2015

Female incontinence can be a very stressful and embarrassing condition, but it helps to know that you are not alone. Learn how physical therapy can help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Centers for Rehab Services
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Women's Health
Tagged with: Fecal incontinence, resolve muscle spasms, spasm, Stress urinary incontinence
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Treating Postpartum Back Pain with Physical Therapy

November 20, 2015

Many new moms experience postpartum back pain after delivering their babies. Discover the causes and treatment options to find pain relief. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Centers for Rehab Services
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Women's Health
Tagged with: exercise therapy, low back pain, manual therapy, massage, musculoskeletal disorders, physical therapy, postpartum back pains
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Medical Mondays: 3D Mammography

November 16, 2015

3D Mammography is changing the way breast cancer is detected. Learn more about 3D mammography, breast cancer risks, and when to get your first mammogram. Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: 3d imaging, breast cancer, mammography, medical mondays, mobile featured