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Lindsey Peters

My Doctor Told Me to Go Get Pregnant to Treat My Endometriosis

After endometriosis surgery didn’t work, I was told to get pregnant or have a hysterectomy to help stop the pain

Sabrina Riddle

My Ear Infection Turned Out to Be a Rare Disease

I was treated for an ear infection — then cancer — before I was finally diagnosed with a rare disease called IgG4-RD

Shannon Boxx

I Won Three Olympic Gold Medals All While Keeping My Sjögren’s Disease a Secret from the Sports World

Now my goal is to tell as many people as I can to raise awareness about Sjögren’s disease

GOOD SEX WITH EMILY JAMEA, Sex Therapist

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Alcohol, Women and Sex

Drinking may make you feel frisky — but it’s also risky. Learn why alcohol may not be the love potion you think it is.

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Asexuality

Learn more about this often misunderstood sexual orientation

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4 Things That Pain in Your Left Boob Might Mean

From nothing to something, random pain in your left breast can mean several things. Learn about four of the most common causes.

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Is Sourdough Bread Healthy?

Learn the facts about the health benefits of sourdough bread and why it’s the most popular carb on social media

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11 Things That Heaviness in Your Pelvic Area Might Mean

Lots of things can cause a feeling of heaviness in your pelvic area. Learn the most common causes — and when you should seek medical attention

Top Videos

WomenTalk: The Lowdown on Gynecologic Cancer

In this episode, of WomenTalk, we’ll learn all about cervical, endometrial and ovarian cancers.

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HIV Testing: Knowing Your Status Can Save Your Life

Watch this video to learn who should get tested for HIV and how to get tested

Webinar: Advancing Employee Wellness and Access for Women Living with Obesity

Hear from our experts about the different treatment options available for obesity and why employer-sponsored coverage is essential for women living with obesity

CONDITIONS & TREATMENTS

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Sjögren’s Disease 101

Sjögren's disease affects mostly midlife women. Here’s what you need to know.

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Why Is Lung Cancer Research Underfunded?

Lung cancer causes more deaths than other cancers, but the funding hasn’t caught up

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The High Cost of Living with Lupus

Lupus can devastate women’s health and finances — particularly for those from marginalized communities.

Events

HealthyWomen's 8th Annual Educational Event

HealthyWomen's 8th Annual Educational Event

Join us as we bring together experts, researchers and innovators to celebrate advancements in women's health

Congressional Briefing: The New Path Forward in Women’s Health

Congressional Briefing: The New Path Forward in Women’s Health

Transforming Research Outcomes into Better Healthcare

Congressional Briefing – Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage

Learn about the impacts of a lack of coverage for obesity treatments


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