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  • Salud del Corazón para las Mujeres

    Algunos tipos de enfermedades cardíacas afectan a las mujeres más que a los hombres, como la enfermedad microvascular coronaria (MVD), que daña las arterias pequeñas en el corazón, y el síndrome del corazón roto, que es una insuficiencia muscular grave pero generalmente a corto plazo, provocada por emociones extremas, entre otras.

  • Pregnancy Advice: What To Believe – and Ignore

    Are you pregnant and feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice you’re getting? From giving up your soothing hot baths to avoiding your furry feline’s litter box, it can be tough to know what’s safe for you and your growing baby.

  • Pain, Tingling, Numbness: Could It Be Peripheral Neuropathy?

    The magnificent human nervous system carries electrical signals from the brain to every corner of the body and back, so if something goes wrong, it could happen anywhere on that neural highway. The symptoms of the malfunction vary greatly depending on the locale, and so does the treatment.

  • Hungry? Your Mind May Be Playing Tricks on You

    How much you think you’ve eaten can affect how hungry you are, a recent study finds. 

  • 8 Secrets To Know About Perimenopause

    If you’re suffering from hot flashes, irregular periods and mood swings, you might think you’re in menopause. It’s a common misconception. But what you’re really going through is perimenopause, the transition when your ovaries gradually stop working.  

  • When To See an Orthopedist for Your Aching Back

    Back pain is one of life’s most common ailments and a leading cause of missed work. The pain comes in so many forms that it can be tough to know the difference between something that will go away over time versus a more serious condition in need of an orthopedist’s care.

  • Aging and Sports: How To Avoid Getting Hurt

    For every athlete, there comes a time when your body can no longer keep up with what your mind wants it to do. But getting older doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite sport.

  • Know the Signs of a Collapsed Lung

    You may have heard of a collapsed lung, but what exactly does that mean, and how do you treat it? 

  • Pancreatitis: Don’t Ignore Abdominal Pain

    Pancreatitis hits most people like a sledgehammer — and without warning. The upper abdominal pain is so intense, you’ll need to go to the emergency room for relief.

  • Don’t Wait: Talk to Your Tween About Her Changing Body

    “Mom, Caitlin got a training bra. What is that?” You’ll hear that question at some point, or another about budding breasts, underarm hairperiods. Pre-teen girls need to learn about how their bodies will change. Be the one to steer that conversation.