Women's Health

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From hormones to heart health, we break down the latest research, expert advice, and everyday tips to help you feel informed and empowered.

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The Eye

Three Reasons You Shouldn’t Skip This Annual Health Exam

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Dealing With Itchiness, Fatigue, Joint Pain, Jaundice, and Dry Eyes? Here’s How To Talk To Your Doctor About PBC

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A Long Road to Diagnosis: One Woman’s Journey With Sjögren’s Disease

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Four Science-Backed Ways To Keep Your Brain Sharp

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How Do Other Parents Do It? | Skimm Parenting Special Edition

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7 Reasons Why Your Nipples Hurt When You Touch Them, Even Though You’re Not Pregnant

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Why Does My Tampon Feel Like It’s Going to Shoot Out of Me Like a Rocket When I Exercise on My Period?

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Why Patients Need Additional Treatment Options for Acute Pain

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People Are Asking: How Does Medicine Get to Our Shelves?

Women and preventive care

Why Women Can't Afford to Wait

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Why You Sometimes Feel *Sad* When Your Nipples Are Touched—Plus What to Do About It

How One Ovarian Cancer Patient Pushed for the Right Diagnosis

How One Ovarian Cancer Patient Pushed for the Right Diagnosis

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Yep, Jet Lag Can Delay Your Period. Here’s When to Expect Your Cycle to Adjust

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OK TMI: Why Can I Smell Myself Through My Pants?

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Does Eating Pineapple Actually Make You, Um, Taste Better? Here’s What Experts Say

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Yes, Getting an IUD Under Sedation Is an Option—Here’s How I Did It (and How You Can, Too)

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Being Sick Can Throw Your Period Out of Whack—Here’s Why, and How To Get Regular Again

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Exercising During Menopause Doesn't Need To Be Complicated—Here Are 4 Must-Haves for a Simple, Effective Menopause Workout Plan

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Pee When You Jump? Here's a Good Reason To Keep Trying

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Can Diarrhea Ever Be a Sign You're Ovulating? An OB/GYN Weighs In

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