image: Samar El Khoudary, Ph.D., MPH, professor of epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health see After Credit: University of Pittsburgh Stay away from estrogen. Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh have discovered a predictor of blood lipid – or cholesterol – status for middle-aged women that may be key to understanding how hormone …
Idaho women who died of pregnancy-related issues doubled between 2019 and 2020, latest says Maternal Mortality Review Committee report released Friday by the Idaho Department of Health and Wellness. The review board, which includes obstetricians, nurses, midwives, medical examiners and other professionals from across Idaho, identified 11 maternal deaths in 2020. That’s up from five …
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The fats in oily fish like salmon are considered anti-inflammatory.Linda Xiao/New York Times News Service Infertility – the inability to get pregnant after 12 months of unprotected sex – is common and affects up to 15% of couples. It is increasingly recognized that nutrition plays an important role in fertility. Several studies have linked improved …
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Comment this story Comment When Tracy Madsen casually talks to other women about their health concerns, whether they are patients, friends or family members, she is sometimes surprised to hear how afraid they are of getting breast cancer, while they rarely mention a stroke. “While breast cancer is, of course, a valid concern,” said Madsen, …
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article Incarcerated women walk on the grounds of FCI Dublin in 2004. WASHINGTON DC – U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell (D-Dublin) sent a letter Friday to the new director of FCI Dublin asking why it appears incarcerated women face “significant obstacles” to talking to their lawyers and demanding that this practice unconstitutional changes immediately. The letter, …
Most women are either busy balancing their work life with their personal life or busy with endless household chores. Many don’t even have time for themselves and indulge in activities like exercise. As they get older and know their kids will be fine, they decide to get involved in things they probably never would have …
Almost half of Irish women over 40 do not prioritize exercise. A study by Sport Ireland points out that 41% feel they don’t have time and nearly two-thirds say they are too tired. After a long day at work, picking up the kids, and sorting out dinner, extracurricular activities, homework, chores, and bills, it can …
Billy Blanks created a global fitness phenomenon with Tae Bo, still going strong after nearly 40 years. (Getty Images; designed by Caitlin Murray) For Billy Blanks, true fitness is as much about developing spiritual strength as it is about being physical. “Life isn’t easy,” creator of martial arts-based training Tae Bo told Yahoo Life. “It’s …
