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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Health Tips for Women in Their 60s and 70s

May 16, 2014

Women who are 60 or 70-something know it's time to plan how they want to live the next 20-30 years. Read these health tips to keep yourself active. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: active, aerobic exercise, bone health, cancer, diabetes, obesity, walking, women's health, Zumba
Article - 3 Minute Read

Health Tips for Women in Their 40s and 50s

May 15, 2014

If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s, you're aware that your body is ever evolving. Read more about how you can combat aging with some lifestyle changes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: American College of Sports Medicine, cancer, diabetes, obesity, pittsburgh marathon, women's health
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Women’s Health Tips for Your 20s and 30s

May 14, 2014

Women in their 20s and 30s are constantly on the go. Discover some useful tips maintain a healthy lifestyle during your hectic life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, common diseases, Kirk Erikson PHD, obesity, skin cancer, sports medicine, University of Pittsburgh
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Infographic: Women’s Health Tips For Any Age

May 13, 2014

Check out this infographic to discover women's health tips for any age. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: active lifestyle, exercise, high-intensity interval training, tanning, women's health
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Fibroid Treatment Centers

March 23, 2014

As many as three out of 4 women are diagnosed with fibroid tumors. Learn more about fibroid treatment centers and the options they provide to patients. Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: diagnostic tests, Fibroid Treatment Center, Fibroids, gynecology, hysterectomy, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, Richard Guido MD, Robin Eberle, uterine fibroid tumors, UTF
Article - 5 Minute Read

6 Tips for Summertime Weight Loss

March 18, 2014

Revealing summer clothes often prompt risky summer dieting plans. Instead, learn some healthy habits that aid weight loss this summer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: hydration, summer weight loss tips, UPMC BodyChangers, Vicki March MD, weight loss
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Why Receive an Imaging Exam?

January 19, 2014

Learn more about imaging exams, including both diagnostic and screening, and discover when you should expect to need to visit an imaging center. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Imaging Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: breast imaging, breast ultrasound, CT, diagnostic exam, imaging exam, mammogram, MRI, nuclear medicine, obstetric ultrasound, PET, screening exam, ultrasound, x-ray
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Mammography: Frequently Asked Questions

January 6, 2014

Watch our video series on frequently asked questions about mammography and schedule your screening appointment with Magee Womens' Imaging. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Women's Health
Tagged with: 3d mammogram, digital mammogram, faq, frequently asked questions, mammogram, mammography, screening mammogram, tomosynthesis
Article - 2 Minute Read

Keeping Your New Year’s Resolution

January 1, 2014

Check out these helpful hints to help you manage and maintain your New Year's Resolutions from UPMC Urgent Care. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: milestones, New Year's Day, New Year's resolutions