Subscribe to this tag Get Your Pap Smear to Screen for Cervical Cancer—But Less Often
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - November 20, 2009
Overtesting causes unnecessary anxiety and doesn't cut cancer deaths. Here's how often you need a Pap.
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Obama's New Gray Hair Probably Due to Stress
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - November 19, 2009
Famous women like Marie Antoinette have also reportedly gone gray from stress; here's how to avoid it.
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Women in their 40s Ponder Whether to Skip the Mammogram
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - November 17, 2009
The new recommendations have incited controversy; I'm not sure what to do as I turn 40 next year.
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Pain Lingers More Than 2 Years After Breast Cancer Treatment Ends
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - November 10, 2009
Nearly half of all breast cancer patients still experience discomfort years later; what they can do.
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Abortion Coverage Severely Restricted in House Health Reform Bill
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - November 9, 2009
Women getting insurance through the government's new system probably won't have abortion coverage.
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Rihanna Embraces Her Role as Poster Girl for Domestic Violence
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - November 5, 2009
She's embarrassed by the leaked photo of her bruised face but willing to speak out against abusers.
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7 Swine Flu Facts You Need to Know Now
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - November 3, 2009
Hand sanitizer or soap? How many shots? What to do to protect yourself and your family from infection
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Planned Parenthood Assails Democratic Health Reform Critic
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Paul Bedard
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Deborah Kotz
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Washington Whispers - November 3, 2009
Rep. Bart Stupak's bid to strip abortion coverage from health reform is assailed by Planned Parenthood.
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Building a Diet That Lowers Inflammation
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Deborah Kotz
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Health - November 2, 2009
Certain foods reduce inflammation, while others raise it. What to eat, what to avoid.
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Inflammation, Genes, and Hypertension All Contribute to Alzheimer's Risk
By
Deborah Kotz
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Health - November 2, 2009
While you can't control your genes, you can improve the other two and lower your risk of dementia.
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Chronic Inflammation: Reduce It to Protect Your Health
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Deborah Kotz
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Health - November 2, 2009
Inflammation is linked to diabetes, depression, heart disease, and cancer; what you can do about it.
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House Healthcare Bill Rewards Activism on Women's Issues
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 30, 2009
The bill also rewards those, like ex-NFL player Joe Theismann, who lobbied hard for men's health.
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Sick with H1N1? 6 Ways to Keep From Infecting Friends and Family
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 28, 2009
I got swine flu from my daughter and want to keep my other kids and in-laws from getting sick.
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Surgery for Breast Cancer: Complex Options, Difficult Decisions
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 27, 2009
Choosing between a lumpectomy and mastectomy isn't as easy as looking at a few study findings.
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Swine Flu Frustrations: Too Little Vaccine, Too Many Scare Tactics
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 23, 2009
My daughter seems to have it, and I can't understand why there's no test and not enough vaccine.
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Why Women Should Push for Healthcare Reform
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 21, 2009
We pay more for insurance, lack maternity coverage, and are excluded from plans for having C-sections.
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HPV Vaccine: Women Now Have a Choice Between Cervarix and Gardasil
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 19, 2009
Both have distinct advantages, so which one should you choose? And moms, there's now a shot for boys.
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Body Image Lessons From a Fired-for-Being-Too-Fat Model
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 15, 2009
Filippa Hamilton is speaking out about her firing from Ralph Lauren. Why women need to listen to her.
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Abortion Down, Contraception Up: Recipe for Health Reform?
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 14, 2009
A new report shows that abortions have dropped worldwide because of increased use of contraception.
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Why 1 in 4 Early-Stage Breast Cancer Patients Still Opt for Mastectomies
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 13, 2009
Sometimes doctors are to blame, but often women get a breast removed against medical advice.
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Why Do Women Have Sex?
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 8, 2009
A new book uncovers our motivation, and, no, it's not just about love.
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What You Can Do to Find the Cause of Breast Cancer
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 7, 2009
Fill out a form online, and join the Army of Women willing to participate in research trials.
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Instant Body Image Boost: Fuller Figured Models in 'Glamour' Magazine
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 6, 2009
One women's magazine says it's committed to featuring a "greater range of body types."
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Getting the Swine Flu Vaccine: How Long a Wait?
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - October 5, 2009
Doctors bracing for an onslaught of patients in first few weeks, but some folks are still reluctant.
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Majority of Babies Will Live to 100—How Will They Do It?
By
Deborah Kotz
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Health - October 2, 2009
Rising life expectancy means more of us will live not only longer but better through our senior years.
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