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.

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Infographic: What to Pack – After Baby Delivery

December 27, 2015

You may have already packed your delivery bag in advance, so the baby is all covered, but did you remember the things that you might need post-delivery?Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

Tagged with: baby, childbirth, delivery, mom-to-be, motherhood, pregnancy
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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
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What Is 3D Mammography?

November 8, 2015

3D mammography may offer more diagnostic accuracy and screening for breast cancer than traditional mammograms. Learn more about this technology.Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health

Tagged with: 3d mammography, American Cancer Society, breast cancer, cancer screening, mammogram, mammography, MRI, tomosynthesis, x-ray
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Medical Mondays: Uterine Fibroids

October 5, 2015

Learn more about uterine fibroids, including symptoms, causes, risks, and treatment options in this edition of Medical Mondays.Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health

Tagged with: cramps, Fibroids, medical mondays, uterine fibroids, uterus
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Fibroid Treatment Options

October 3, 2015

Many women have uterine fibroids. Most don't cause any symptoms, but if yours do, you have a few fibroids treatment options. Learn more.Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health

Tagged with: Fibroids, fibroids treatment, MRI, tumors, ultrasound, uterine fibroids, uterus fibroids
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Infographic: Five Facts about Fibroids

October 1, 2015

Fibroids are usually benign, but can cause many uncomfortable symptoms. Here are five facts facts you need to know.Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health

Tagged with: Fibroids, medical mondays, reproductive health, women's health