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 Leah Phillips

Doctors Shrugged Off My Cough Because I Wasn’t a Smoker — but I Had Stage 4 Lung Cancer

I’m not the only never smoker with lung cancer, and physicians need to do better

Jearlean Taylor

I Became a Cancer Survivor at Age 3

Life after cancer is all I’ve known. I’ve tried to use my story to make a difference for others.

Robin Finn

Grief and Loss Are Different When You’re the Caregiver

After years of blaming myself, writing and grief therapy helped me move forward after my mother’s death

GOOD SEX WITH EMILY JAMEA, Sex Therapist

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: The Rise of Erotic Asphyxiation

Learn more about the serious nature of breath play

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Understanding Sex Addiction

Sure, there are some characters from some of our favorite shows and some celebs out there who claim to be sex addicts. But what is sex addiction, really?

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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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How to Regain Intimacy When Your Partner Has Bladder Cancer

Being a caregiver can change your relationship, but there are ways to rekindle the spark

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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 Link Between Diabetes and Your Heart

WomenTalk: The Link Between Diabetes and Your Heart

In this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll learn all about the link between heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Menopause

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Menopause

In this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll be exploring the role nurse practitioners play in women’s health, particularly in menopause.

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Maternal Health

WomenTalk: The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Maternal Health

In this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll discuss the importance of having access to good prenatal and postpartum care and how to advocate for yourself.

CONDITIONS & TREATMENTS

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Why Are More Non-Smokers Getting Lung Cancer?

Smoking is the biggest risk factor for lung cancer, but environmental pollutants could be driving a rise in younger non-smokers

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Your Guide to Colon Cancer Screening Tests

Knowing your colon cancer test options may help you decide which one is right for you

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Why Are Women of Color More at Risk for Lupus?

Women make up 9 out of 10 lupus cases, but women of color — especially Black women — are more likely to suffer from this autoimmune disease

Events

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

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

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

Congressional Briefing – Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage

Congressional Briefing – Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage

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


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