Women who use hormonal methods for birth control, such as 'the pill,' may have a slightly higher risk of developing depression -- and teenagers may be most vulnerable, a large study... Read more ...
Estrogen therapy refers to either estrogen or combination estrogen progesterone treatment. Estrogen therapy is the most highly effective prescription medication for treating menopause... Read more ...
The vaccine against human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, which doctors believe causes most cases of cervical cancer, appears even more effective than believed, a new study finds. 'After eight... Read more ...
A weight-loss therapy that focuses on personal values and 'mindful' decision-making may help people shed more pounds, a new clinical trial suggests. Over one year, people who received the... Read more ...
Use of prescription-strength ibuprofen, naproxen and other commonly used pain relievers may be tied to a higher risk of heart failure, researchers report. Medicines like these fall into a category of... Read more ...
Women who believe they have a lot of hot flashes during the night may be more likely to experience mild depression during menopause, a new study suggests. The study included 29 healthy... Read more ...
Evista is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in post-menopausal women. Supplemental vitamin D should be added to the diet if daily intake is not adequate... Read more ...
Women's Health Center
MedicineNet's Women's Health Center gives you all of the tools necessary to maintain a healthy body and mind. Get access to various women's health topics, slideshows, quizzes and medications for reference. This important topic area guides a woman through the stages of her life, as well as knowing the conditions and diseases that may occur. Educating yourself for transitions into different phases of life is key to a healthy, happy, and productive life. Read more ...
Having a happy spouse seems to be good for your health, a new study suggests. The research included nearly 2,000 heterosexual couples between the ages of 50 and 94. Researchers... Read more ...
Getting out of bed and moving around as soon as possible benefits surgical intensive care unit patients, a new study shows. Among 200 surgical ICU patients in the United States, Germany and... Read more ...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants Americans to help it clarify the meaning of 'healthy' on food labels. The agency is seeking this public input as it redefines nutritional claims on food... Read more ...
Statins are the go-to therapy for lowering 'bad' LDL cholesterol, but other treatments also can effectively reduce risk of future heart problems, a new evidence review reports. These alternative... Read more ...
If your family doesn't eat enough vegetables, there are ways to sneak them into almost any meal. The American Heart Association suggests... Read more ...
Nicotine gum is used to control nicotine withdrawal symptoms and cravings associated with smoking cessation. Side effects include: Increase heart rate, increased blood pressure, oral... Read more ...
Men's Health Center
MedicineNet's Men's Health Center gives you all of the tools necessary to maintain a healthy body and mind. Get access to various men's health topics, slideshows, quizzes and medications for reference. This important topic area guides a man through the stages of his life, as well as learning the conditions and diseases that may occur. Educating yourself for transitions into different phases of life is key to a healthy, happy, and productive life. Read more ...
