October 12, 2008

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Women's Health Center   [ Home >  Women's Health >  More  Related Items ]   WOMEN'S HEALTH - ARTICLES Exercise can help with memory problems September 12, 2008 Adults who have memory problems experienced some improvement in their cognitive function when they took part in a home-based physical activity program. This is the first time that exercise has been shown to improve memory. Low-fat diet can help reduce diabetes risk a little August 29, 2008 A report from the Women's Health Initiative suggests modest reduction in diabetes risk with reduced fat intake. It adds to the evidence that healthy weight is the key factor in avoiding diabetes. Exercise protects against breast cancer June 6, 2008 Physical activity protects women against breast cancer. And weight, time of life, and the type of exercise undertaken affect the amount of health benefit gained. Folic acid does not reduce women's heart risk May 23, 2008 Taking a B vitamin supplement lowered homocysteine levels but did not reduce the risk of heart disease in a group of women. Therefore, supplementation with folic acid appears not to be a useful preventive measure. Overweight women who exercise mitigate their heart risk May 9, 2008 Being physically active can offset some of the heart risks of being overweight, according to a long-running study on women's health. But the best combination is physical activity plus a healthy weight. Hormone therapy is linked to increased stroke risk among women. May 9, 2008 Hormone replacement therapy could increase a woman's risk of having a stroke, according to a new study. The risk is present whatever the timing of the start of hormone treatment and whatever medication regime is used. Insulin restriction may be fatal March 10, 2008 Women with type 1 diabetes who deliberately restrict their insulin for fear of weight gain are putting their lives at risk. A new study shows 30 percent of women are not taking enough insulin and they have a higher mortality and diabetes complication rates than those who adhere well to their treatment schedule. Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD) September 10, 2003 There's considerable controversy over the definition of the more term "female sexual dysfunction" (FSD). In 1999 a study concluded that FSD affected 43% of American women. However, a new survey, reported here, indicates that "sexual distress" only affects 24% of women . . . A New Approach to Treating Osteoporosis March 12, 2003 Most treatments for osteoporosis are aimed at reducing the bone loss that occurs in this disease. Teriparatide, a synthetic parathyroid hormone derivative, acts in a different way - it increases new bone formation. Favorable clinical results for this new approach are summarized here . . . . Counseling Genital Herpes Patients February 7, 2003 Patients with genital herpes require more than a prescription and advice to use condoms. A patient survey done in the USA has shown up the defects of available education and counseling services, and provided suggestions for their improvement. Hot Flashes, or Flushes January 8, 2003 Most women will experience hot flashes at some time in their lives. They may be quite mild, or so severe that they are disabling. The choice of the best treatment represents a good illustration of balancing benefit against risk . . . . . Lumpectomy or Radical Mastectomy? November 4, 2002 Total mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer? Two randomized studies have made the comparison, using 20-year follow-up periods. Their findings are summarized here... Ovarian Cancer in Breast-Cancer Patients October 7, 2002 A careful family history may help identify breast-cancer patients at greatly increased risk of ovarian cancer. Indeed, this may be more effective than genetic testing for mutations in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes.... Effects of Light Smoking and Non-Inhalation in Women September 5, 2002 Many people who are well aware of the dangers of smoking attempt to cut down to a few cigarettes a day, or try not to inhale. These ruses are ineffective in preventing MI and all-cause mortality, particularly in women. Fitness and CRP Levels September 5, 2002 Both cardiorespiratory fitness and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels are associated with coronary artery disease, while fitness and CRP are also related. A new study has studied this relationship in three ethnic groups of women . . . . Oral Contraceptives and Breast Cancer July 26, 2002 Refuting earlier findings, a new study shows that the risk of breast cancer is not increased in women taking oral contraceptives . . . . . . Angioplasty Outcomes in Women June 28, 2002 Fifteen years ago it was known that women had poorer outcomes than men after percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty. Today, the situation is different. Outcomes are virtually the same for men and women, even though women still have a greater number of risk factors at the time of the procedure... Treating Genital Herpes Today, and Tomorrow May 27, 2002 The antivirals (acyclovir, famciclovir, and valaciclovir) are able to treat the symptoms of initial and recurrent genital herpes, and, when taken continuously, increase the interval between recurrences and diminish viral shedding during remission. But, they are by no means ideal drugs . . . . What's the Best Route for Treating Vaginal Candidiasis? March 20, 2002 Are there any differences in effectiveness and safety between oral and intra-vaginal antifungal drugs given for vaginal candidiasis? Low Bone Mineral Density Often Goes Undetected February 8, 2002 According to the National Osteoporosis Risk Assessment (NORA) Study, many older women have undiagnosed low bone mineral density. Breast Cancer and the Older Woman September 12, 2001 Older women make up one of the fastest growing segments of the population. Breast cancer, rising in incidence overall, is a significant health care issue in the geriatric community. The use of patient education, self-examination and mammography can be helpful to detect breast cancer at an early stage. A non-hormonal treatment for hot flashes February 5, 2001 Hot flashes in the menopause can usually be readily controlled by hormone replacement treatment with estrogen. However, there are some women who are unsuited to this approach, or simply want to have a non-hormonal treatment. A new drug, venlafaxine, has shown promise in reducing the frequency and intensity of hot flashes in a recent clinical study. Are annual Pap smears in the over-50s valuable? January 22, 2001 The Pap smear is an important regular screening test for women in their reproductive years. However, some people recommend discontinuing this screening from age 65 onwards, in view of the relatively low incidence of important cervical disease over 50. It is quite likely that a positive test result will actually be a "false-positive" in older women. A recent study has thrown light on this. The not-so-silent killer December 21, 2000 Ovarian cancer - long called the "silent killer" - does, in fact, produce symptoms in 95% of its victims. A large survey conducted on over 1,500 sufferers has helped idnentify the most likely symptoms, and indicated ways in which both doctor and patient can come to an earlier, potentially life-saving, diagnosis. Incontinence after hysterectomy September 14, 2000 Hysterectomy is a common and safe surgical procedure. A recent meta-analysis has shown, however, that the operation carries an increased likelihood of urinary incontinence as a long-term adverse effect. Good Health Habits Help Women's Hearts August 24, 2000 Are all those veggie salads and laps around the track worth it? Yes, according to a report in The New England Journal of Medicine that says that careful attention to eating and exercise habits. Sexual Problems in Women June 7, 2000 The problems women face in sexual function are not nearly as well understood as those that face men. The main difficulty reported by men is the inability to get and/or maintain an . Smoking cessation programs in women as a measure of lifestyle medicine February 2, 2000 In industrial countries, 300,000 women die every year due to tobacco-related diseases. The World Health Organisation estimates that in the year 2020 this number will approximate one million women. Of these, approximately 20% die of lung cancer, nearly 20% of chronic obstructive lung disease, and 40% of cardiovascular diseases (especially coronary heart disease and stroke). .   RELATED ITEMS Different Mortality Rate Trends in Diabetic Men and Women September 11, 2007 Don't Stop Your Breast Cancer Drugs Too Soon! March 5, 2007 How to Avoid Breast Cancer - What To Do In Your 20s, 30s, and 40s October 10, 2006 Obesity, Estrogen, and GERD September 10, 2003 Exercise Helps Caregivers Manage Stress March 27, 2002 Vitamin A Tied to Fracture Risk in Older Women February 25, 2002 Fluoride Supplementation and Vertebral Fractures in the Elderly January 11, 2002 A Better Tamoxifen? December 19, 2001 Breast cancer treatment and outcome in older women March 19, 2001 The epidemiology of incontinence December 15, 2000 Healthy Lifestyle Can Reduce Women's Heart Disease Risk October 30, 2000 A Prospective Study of Diet Quality and Mortality in Women June 29, 2000 Medical conditions and sexual problems June 14, 2000 It never ends: Aging and Sexuality - Part II June 1, 2000 Hypothyroidism is a risk factor for MI April 27, 2000 Hypercoagulability March 30, 2000 It never ends: Aging and Sexuality - Part I March 9, 2000 Fibromyalgia - current thinking February 2, 2000 Treating Chronic Hyponatremia August 3, 1999

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