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Heart disease is sometimes thought of as a man’s disease, but it is also the leading cause of death in American women, with about one in five dying from the illness.

It may sound strange, but one of the best times to start seeing a doctor is when there’s nothing wrong with you. This becomes even more important as you move out of your care-free 20s and into your 30s and beyond.

Millions of us begin each day with a welcome jolt from our morning coffee, tea or soda.

If you were asked to imagine the waiting area in a plastic surgeon’s office, you would probably envision a room filled with women. And you wouldn’t be wrong. But increasingly, men are seeking the help of plastic and reconstructive surgeons, too.

By this point, you’ve probably heard that eating too much salt is a key contributor to high blood pressure and a host of other health problems. But you may be surprised to learn that a diet high in salty snacks and meals also could be robbing you of restful sleep.

Football season brings with it a host of injuries that force players to miss time on the field. Postgame reports and follow-up news coverage bombards fans with phrases and terms like “turf toe” and “hip pointer” that often leave much to the imagination.

If you have a serious gastroenterology condition such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease or severe diverticulitis, a colostomy bag might give you more freedom – you won’t have to spend as much time in the bathroom or in bed from the pain.

Some researchers are suggesting women should wait six weeks after they are given vaccines such as for the flu and COVID-19 before having their yearly mammogram. Others say go ahead and get your imaging done. So which is it?

A cancer diagnosis will quickly be followed by a care plan designed to give you the best outcome possible. This could include a range of treatments, including surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.

A mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), is a warning sign that a stroke could be imminent. But women are less likely to get a diagnosis and treatment, and that can be deadly.