Pregnancy and Skin Changes
For many women, pregnancy brings glowing skin, rosy cheeks, and shiny hair. But others can experience skin changes that aren’t so attractive, including acne, dark spots, and stretch marks.
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Pregnancy and Posture
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesMuch back pain in pregnancy is related to the strain on your back from the weight of your growing baby. Using correct posture can help prevent and even relieve some of the pain.
Hemorrhoids and Varicose Veins in Pregnancy
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesHemorrhoids and varicose veins might seem to be two different, unrelated problems, but they are actually quite similar. And, many women, especially those in the third trimester of pregnancy, have them.
Pandemic Brought Big Drop in Breast Cancer Screening in Older, Low-Income Women
in Aging Gracefully, Health Library, Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesPandemic Brought Big Drop in Breast Cancer Screening in Older, Low-Income Women TUESDAY, Aug. 31, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Many parts of the United States saw a significant drop in breast cancer screening of older low-income women during the COVID-19 pandemic, new research shows. The analysis of data from 32 community health centers that serve […]
Acne Can Take Big Emotional Toll on Women
in Health Library, Health Library, Health Library, In Full Stride, Oh, Baby!, Resources, Young & On Your WayAcne Can Take Big Emotional Toll on Women MONDAY, Aug. 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Acne is more than skin deep. This is the overarching message of a new study that looked at the mental and psychological toll that acne can take on adult women. “Some felt that their acne made them appear less professional […]
HRT Could Raise Odds for Asthma
in Aging Gracefully, Health Library, Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesHRT Could Raise Odds for Asthma TUESDAY, Aug. 3, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Millions of women who take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease their transition through menopause may be unknowingly upping their risk for asthma. The concern follows a study that spent more than two decades tracking a potential link between HRT and late-onset […]