Women’s Health

Women of all ages face health questions every day. Find articles, infographics, and videos specific to women’s health issues. Whether you’re seeking information on pregnancy, menopause, nutrition, or bone health, our women’s health topics can help guide you through the different stages of life.

Check out topics including:

How Does a Mammogram Work?
Supporting Someone with Endometriosis.
Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer.
Experiencing Severe Menstrual Cramps: Possible Conditions.
Choosing the Best Prenatal Vitamin.
Surviving and Thriving During Menopause.
Signs of Stroke in Women.
Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention.
How to Seek Treatment for Sexual Assault.
Much More.

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Perimenopause: How to Spot the First Signs of Menopause

October 16, 2018

Menopause doesn't happen overnight. Here's how to spot the early signs and symptoms of menopause, and when you need to speak with your doctor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: hot flashes, insomnia, menopause, mood swings, perimenopause, womens health
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Freezing Your Eggs: Essential Facts About Oocyte Cryopreservation

October 2, 2018

Oocyte cryopreservation, or freezing your eggs, allows you to preserve your fertility and plan for the future. Here's what you need to know. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
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Discover Which Fertility Clinics in Pennsylvania Are Right for You

September 17, 2018

Looking for the best fertility clinics in Pennsylvania? Here's what you need to know about the different types of clinics in your area. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
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Finding a Fertility Specialist: Is It Time to Get Treated for Infertility?

September 10, 2018

You've been trying to conceive for months. Should you consider fertility treatments? Things you should think about before seeing a fertility specialist. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
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7 Things to Expect After Giving Birth

May 7, 2018

The body undergoes drastic changes after birthing a baby. These are seven important things that happen to your body after giving birth. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: after giving birth, birth, delivery, labor, postpartum, pregnancy
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Intense Athletic Training Can Increase Risk of Female Athlete Triad in Teens

May 2, 2018

Intense training can sometimes cause teen girls to develop a medical problem called female athlete triad. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine, Women's Health
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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Filling the Empty Arms of Grieving Parents: Meet Heather White

April 2, 2018

Heather White, RN, provides bereavement support and resources for parents who have lost babies. Learn more about her programs at UPMC Horizon. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories, Women's Health
Tagged with: Farrell, Heather White, Horizon campus, Mother's Day, Pennsylvania, UPMC Horizon
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Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention

February 21, 2018

Cervical cancer has become somewhat of a public health crisis among women in their 30s and 40s in Western Pennsylvania. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Gynecologic Cancer, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancer, chemotherapy, HPV, human papilloma virus, precancerous condition, prevalent gynecological cancer, Western Pennsylvania
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Take the 7-Day Heart Health Challenge

February 1, 2018

The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute challenges you to dedicate one week to improving your heart health. Join us for the 7-Day Heart Health Challenge. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Men's Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: fitness, Healthy Living, Heart Health, lifestyle, Nutrition