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Heart disease and women 05/22/2010 (19.2%)
Mention the term " heart attack " and most people imagine a pudgy, middle-aged man drenched in sweat and clutching his chest. Few people seem to consider cardiovascular disease (CVD) as a woman's disease. But according to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of women over age 25 . It kills nearly twice as many women in the United States than all types of cancer, including breast cancer. |
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Breast cancer 12/27/2009 (16.2%)
Ductal carcinoma starts in the tubes (ducts) that move milk from the breast to the nipple. Most breast cancers are of this type. Lobular carcinoma starts in parts of the breast, called lobules, that produce milk. In rare cases, breast cancer can start in other areas of the breast. Breast cancer may be invasive or noninvasive. Invasive means it has spread to other tissues. |
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Consumer rights and responsibilities 08/02/2009 (12.2%)
In March 1998, the Advisory Commission on Consumer Protection and Quality in the Health Care Industry issued its final report, which included the Consumer Bill of Rights and Responsibilities. The Commission was appointed by President Bill Clinton, and co-chaired by Donna Shalala, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. |
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Women's health 03/29/2010 (10.4%)
Women’s health includes a wide range of specialties and focus areas, such as: Birth control, sexually transmitted infections, and gynecology Breast cancer , ovarian cancer , and other female cancers Mammography Menopause and hormone replacement therapy Osteoporosis Pregnancy and childbirth Sexual health Women and heart disease Benign conditions affecting the function of the female reproductive organs PREVENTATIVE CARE AND SCREENINGS Preventative care for women includes the following services: Regular gynecological checkups, including a pelvic exam and breast exam Pap smear Bone density testing Breast cancer screening Discussions about colon cancer screening Age-appropriate immunizations Healthy lifestyle risk assessment Hormonal testing for menopause See also: Breast self exam BREAST CARE SERVICES Breast care services include the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, which may involve: Breast biopsy Breast MRI scan Breast ultrasound Genetic testing and counseling for women with a family or personal history of breast cancer Hormonal therapy, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy Mammography Mastectomy and breast reconstruction The breast care services team may also diagnose and treat noncancerous conditions of the breast, including: Benign breast lumps Lymphedema , a condition in which excess fluid collects in tissue and causes swelling SEXUAL HEALTH SERVICES Your sexual health is an important part of your overall well-being. |
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Hormone therapy 09/11/2010 (10.1%)
Hormone therapy may help relieve some of the bothersome symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse. |
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Health screening - women - age 18 - 39 05/20/2010 (9.8%)
Even if you feel fine, it is still important to see your health care provider regularly to check for potential problems. |
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Birth control - hormonal methods 03/30/2010 (9.6%)
Birth control methods that use hormones will have both an estrogen and a progestin, or just a progestin. Both hormones prevent a woman's ovary from releasing an egg during her menstrual cycle (called ovulation). |
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Sexual problems overview 09/11/2010 (9%)
Sexual difficulties may begin early in a person's life, or they may develop after an individual has previously experienced enjoyable and satisfying sex. A problem may develop gradually over time, or may occur suddenly as a total or partial inability to participate in one or more stages of the sexual act. |
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Health screening - women - age 40 - 64 05/18/2010 (9%)
Even if you feel fine, it is still important to see your health care provider regularly to check for potential problems. |
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Health screening - women - over 65 05/20/2010 (8.5%)
Even if you feel fine, it is still important to see your health care provider regularly to check for potential problems. |
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