Women’s Health

Women of all ages face health questions every day. Find articles, infographics, and videos specific to women’s health issues. Whether you’re seeking information on pregnancy, menopause, nutrition, or bone health, our women’s health topics can help guide you through the different stages of life.

Check out topics including:

How Does a Mammogram Work?
Supporting Someone with Endometriosis.
Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer.
Experiencing Severe Menstrual Cramps: Possible Conditions.
Choosing the Best Prenatal Vitamin.
Surviving and Thriving During Menopause.
Signs of Stroke in Women.
Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention.
How to Seek Treatment for Sexual Assault.
Much More.

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Zika Virus: Myths vs. Facts

July 8, 2016

How much of a threat does the Zika virus really pose? Decipher fact from myth with our guide to Zika. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Family Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: Mosquito-borne illness, viral infection, zika virus
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Zika Virus: Updates, Facts, Essential Information

July 5, 2016

Looking for Zika updates? Check back in with UPMC HealthBeat to learn about Zika symptoms, travel warnings, and guidelines for pregnant women. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: Birth Defects, infectious disease, mobile featured, women's health, zika virus
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Is It Safe to Take Aspirin During Pregnancy?

July 4, 2016

Doctors recommend pregnant women avoid taking aspirin, though small doses are usually not problematic. Learn more about aspirin risk for pregnant women. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: aspirin, aspirin alternatives, aspirin and pregnancy, pregnancy
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Dads and Breastfeeding: How You Can Support Nursing Moms

June 15, 2016

New dads can learn how they can support the breastfeeding process, and get their new baby off to a good start in life. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: breastfeeding, dads, newborn babies, parenting
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5 Healthy Gifts Mom Will Love

May 3, 2016

This Mother's Day, gift the gift of wellness. We've got five healthy Mother's Day gifts she's sure to love. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: Fitness Gifts, Healthy Mother's Day Gifts, Wellness Gifts
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What New Moms Need to Know About Breastfeeding

April 28, 2016

Learn the basics of breastfeeding with our complete breastfeeding guide for new moms. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: breastfeeding, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, new moms, newborn baby
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Endometriosis: What Are the Risks, Symptoms, and Treatments?

April 8, 2016

Endometriosis affects nearly 5 million women in the United States. Learn more about the risks, symptoms, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: endometriosis, heavy periods, hormonal birth control, pelvic infections, pelvic pain
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Outtakes: Just Like Any Other Dad: Marc-André Fleury

March 31, 2016

Marc-André Fleury of the Pittsburgh Penguins shows us how he's just like any other dad in this unique collaboration with Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC. Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: behind the scenes, magee, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, Marc-Andre Fleury, outtakes, Pittsburgh Penguins
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How Smoking, Alcohol, and Drugs Can Harm Your Baby

March 23, 2016

Your unborn baby receives much of what you eat, drink, and breathe. Learn how unhealthy habits—like smoking, drinking, and doing drugs—can harm your baby. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: caffeine, illegal substance use, pregnancy, smoking, smoking and pregnancy