In this article, Nebraska Medicine OB-GYN Candace Giles, DO FACOG, explains what you need to know about post-menopausal bleeding, what causes it and when to see a doctor.
Cervical cancer is cancer of the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. The good news is that cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers when it is found early through regular screening.
Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia affect memory, thinking and everyday life. While some risk factors—like age and family history—cannot be changed, others can. One important and treatable risk factor is obstructive sleep apnea.
Get the latest COVID-19 news from infectious diseases expert Mark Rupp, MD, including COVID-19 case rates, types of variants circulating and vaccine updates.
Many people regard omega-3s as “brain food” and “heart protectors,” and the science backs these high claims. Omega-3 fatty acids play a key role in many bodily functions.
Vaginismus is a condition where the pelvic floor muscles tighten or spasm when something tries to enter the vagina. The exact cause isn’t always clear, but it can be linked to past medical or sexual trauma.
You may have heard that eating processed meats can increase cancer risk. Understanding what processed meat is can help you make informed choices for your health.
Getting your heart pumping with regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your cardiovascular health. But what kind of workout should you do? How much is enough? And is it ever too much?
While the word “chemical” can sound scary, but chemicals are in all foods, and not all of them are harmful. Everything we eat and drink is made up of chemicals, even water.
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