It is no secret that smoking cigarettes is harmful to everyone…women included! For years, doctors have urged their patients to quit this bad habit that can cause cancer, lung disease and various other health issues. […]
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4 Reasons You Should Get Screened For STDs
If you’re like most Americans, you probably think that sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) don’t really apply to you. But that’s just not the case. There are many reasons why you should get screened for STDs: […]
Joint Health During Your Period
As if the headaches, bloating and cramps weren’t enough, women may also be more susceptible to joint injury while menstruating. Recent research has found that female athletes have a decreased sense of joint position which is […]
Financial Stress and Eating Disorders in Young Women – A Possible Link?
A recent study found that there may be a longitudinal link between financial stress and eating disorders among young women. Four hundred undergraduate women were questioned about their financial situation and food. The EAT (Eating […]