Stress is on the rise for women — nearly 50 percent of women in survey said their stress has increased over the past five
Women’s Health
Alcohol & Breastfeeding. Do They Go Well Together?
Occasional drink planned between nursing sessions is OK for nursing moms, say local experts by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Should nursing moms avoid alcohol? While
What to Do If Urinary Tract Infections Are a Part of Your Life
By Natasha Ginzburg, MD Urinary tract infections can be a painful and sometimes serious problem for many women. For some women, infections seem to
Vaginal Rejuvenation: FDA Cautions About Elective Procedures
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Childbirth, menopause and the passage of time can affect both the appearance and function of women’s vaginal tissues. For some,
Sports Concussions Much Worse for Women
In sports played by both men and women with the same rules, like soccer and basketball, women have a 10 percent higher rate of
Trim Healthy Mama. Is This Diet For You?
Local experts praise new diet method By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve likely heard of Trim
Is Smoking Pot While Pregnant Safe For The Baby?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Despite years of hearing the message that substance abuse during pregnancy can harm babies, the number of women smoking marijuana
Bariatric Surgery: What Does It Take to Lose Weight After Procedure?
Number of surgeries skyrocketing as obesity prevalence continues to rise By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The number of bariatric surgeries in the U.S. has increased
For the First Time, Women Outnumber Men in Med School
‘Notable milestone,’ says president of Association of American Medical Colleges By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant In 2017, more women entered medical school than men for
Women Can Address Hair Thinning
Hair loss affects more than 40 percent of American women; problem may be more than an appearance issue, experts say By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant