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11 Tips for Managing Menopause and Thyroid Disease
When you’re a woman over 40, symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, and weight changes are common. But are they due to a thyroid condition, or is it related to menopause? Let’s explore what you need to know about perimenopause, menopause, and your thyr...
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Birth Control Options After Baratric Surgery
If you're planning to get weight loss surgery, here’s what you should know about contraception during your recovery and beyond.
These Skin Conditions May Mimic a Yeast Infection or Herpes
Learn the symptoms of lichen planus and lichen sclerosus, two vulvar skin conditions that can cause pain, burning, and more.
Pregnant at 40: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Tracy didn’t plan to get pregnant at 40 years old. But now, 15 years later, she wouldn’t change a thing.
Psoriatic Arthritis Meds While Pregnant?
Have you found out you’re pregnant unexpectedly, while taking medication for your chronic condition? Don’t panic. These tips can help.
Postpartum Depression Linked to Mom’s Recovery Pain After Childbirth
How well a new mother's pain is managed during her recovery from childbirth appears to directly influence her risk of postpartum depression.
5 Myths About Endometriosis
Misinformation has surrounded endometriosis for years. Here are five facts you should know.
Crazy Simple Ways to Prevent Cancer
No big life overhauls here. You can lower your cancer risk with just a few easy strategies.
What You Need to Know About RA and Pregnancy
Can you take your medication while pregnant? Will you pass RA to your baby? Will your condition get worse during pregnancy? Read on to learn the answers.
Menopause Before 45 Increases Your Risk of Diabetes
Did you go through menopause before the age of 45? Researchers think that you might be at a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
A New Vaccine Could Treat Existing HPV and Precancer of the Cervix
The current HPV vaccine, Gardasil9, prevents cervical cancer—but a new vaccine could actually get rid of HPV and precancerous cells in people who are already affected.
Meet the Experts
Eileen Bailey
Health WriterEileen Bailey is an award-winner author of six books on health and parenting. She specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Sexual Health, Skin Care, Psoriasis and Skin Cancer.
Mary Shomon
Patient ExpertMary Shomon is a patient advocate and bestselling author on thyroid disease, diabetes, weight loss and hormonal health.
Robin Elise Weiss, Ph.D.
Health ProfessionalRobin Elise Weiss, Ph.D., LCCE, CLC, AdvCD(DONA) is a childbirth educator, doula, founder of Childbirth.org, and author.