Article - 2 Minute Read

Signs of Stroke in Women

January 9, 2019

Stroke in women is the third leading cause of death for American women. Learn more about signs and risk factors.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Women's Health

Tagged with: American Stroke Association, contraceptives, heart disease, hormone replacement, prevention, risk, stroke, stroke center, stroke in women, UPMC, women

Article - 2 Minute Read

4 Factors That Make It More Difficult for Women to Lose Weight

July 25, 2018

People have always wondered if it's harder for women to lose weight. Finally, here are answers that make sense (and can help you achieve your goals).Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: calories, energy, fitness, food groups, Health, lose weight, men, obesity, Wellness, women

Gallery

Video: Your Zika Questions Answered During Our Q&A

July 30, 2016

A Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC doctor answers your questions about the Zika virus.Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Women's Health

Tagged with: family health, Magee Womens Hospital, mosquitos, pregnancy, women, women's health, Zika News, zika virus

Gallery

Stroke Symptoms in Women: The Difference

August 30, 2015

Research has shown women are 33 percent less likely to report such "classic" stroke symptoms when they are suffering from a stroke. Learn more.Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: hemorrhagic stroke, ischemic stroke, medical mondays, stroke, stroke symptoms, transient ischemic attacks, women

Gallery

Pregnancy: A 9-Month Journey

January 9, 2015

If you're pregnant, you're probably expecting a big adventure. Discover the stages of pregnancy and a few helpful tips with our infographic.Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

Tagged with: 9 months, baby, delivery, expecting, labor, Magee Womens Hospital, mothers-to-be, pregnancy, term, women