Women's Health

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Prevention and Bone Health - More than 34 million Americans are estimated to have low bone mass and are at risk of osteoporosis, and more than 10 million have already have the disease. Of those who have been diagnosed, 80 percent are women.
Are You at Risk for Osteoporosis? - The only way to determine bone health is to have bone density measured. Risk factors can help identify those who are more likely to develop osteoporosis.
African American Women and Osteoporosiss - While African-American women tend to have higher bone mineral density (BMD) than white women throughout life, they are still at significant risk of developing osteoporosis. The misperception that osteoporosis is only a concern for white women can delay prevention and treatment in African-American women who do not believe they are at risk for the disease.

Awareness Saves Lives - One out of nine American women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Although at less staggering numbers, each year, men also are diagnosed with this disease.
Breast Cancer Prevention - Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in American women. Generally, women are at greater risk if they are older and/or overweight.
The Breast — Disorders - Some of the commonly occurring types of breast disorders are illustrated here.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) - Women entering menopause, or the change of life, have questions about taking hormones (such as estrogen) to help with their symptoms. These often include hot flashes, night sweats and vaginal dryness.

Abnormal Pap Test Results - The Pap test is a way to find cell changes on the cervix. If a Pap test shows these changes, the result will be called abnormal. In some cases, these abnormal cells may lead to cancer. You may need treatment. In most cases, the treatment will be performed in your doctor's office with good results.