Women's Health
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New Vitamin D Recommendations Issued
The Institute of Medicine released new recommendations on vitamin D. Vitamin D, along with calcium, can help promote bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis, a bone-weakening disease that primarily affects post-menopausal women.
Breast Cancer News - Women's Health News
The Imaginis Team reports on the latest women's health news and research. To ensure that each news article is easy to understand, we provide background information and links to other Imaginis content.
Women's Health Questions & Information
The Imaginis Resource Center provides more information for you to research as you learn and make decisions about your health and medical care. Click any topic to learn more.
You & Your Doctor - Visit Checklist & Questions to Ask
Are you getting the most from your doctor visits? Do you understand why your doctor ordered that specific test? Are alternative approaches to medicine valid? The Imaginis Medical Care Resource Center provides answers to these questions and more. Click any topic to learn more.
Alternative/Complementary Medicine
Main Menu Introduction Types of Alternative/Complementary Therapies Additional Resources and References Online Resources for Alternative and Complementary Therapies Introduction An "alternative" therapy is a treatment that is used in place of traditional medicine.
Alternative/Complementary Medicine
Types of Alternative/Complementary Therapies Mind-Body/Spiritual: These therapies often focus on the emotional and psychological aspects of a patient’s health. Studies have shown that stress levels and emotional outlooks can impact a cancer patient’s survival.
Nutrition For Breast Cancer Patients
Dry Mouth Dry mouth is a side effect that can be associated with several breast cancer drugs or other treatments. When a patient has dry mouth, foods may be more difficult to chew or swallow. Suggestions for coping: Take small sips of water every few minutes to help moisten the mouth.
Online Resources for Alternative and Complementary Therapies
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Alternative/Complementary Medicine
Introduction An "alternative" therapy is a treatment that is used in place of traditional medicine. A "complementary" therapy is a treatment that is used as a supplement to traditional medicine. Alternative and complementary medicines have become increasingly popular in recent years.
Soy and Breast Cancer
Recently, soy foods and products have generated much discussion in the health care industry and among the public. Researchers have just recently begun to investigate the possible benefits soy may offer against breast cancer and other conditions. This section discusses the current research on soy.
Nutrition For Breast Cancer
Maintaining a well-balanced diet during breast cancer treatment can help patients better cope with side effects, regain strength, and rebuild tissues damaged by cancer. However, some patients may find it difficult to eat well during treatment due to certain si
Soy and Breast Cancer
What are Some Other Benefits of Soy? Researchers have also been exploring other possible benefits of soy. Again, the research on soy is relatively new and the effects have not been confirmed in large human clinical trials.
Soy and Breast Cancer
Recently, soy foods and products have generated much discussion in the health care industry and among the public. Researchers have just recently begun to investigate the possible benefits soy may offer against breast cancer and other conditions. This section discusses the current research on soy.
How to Get the Most from Your Care: A Guide for Being a Proactive Patient
A Guide for Being a Proactive Patient Everyone wants the best medical care possible. This involves more than scheduling a doctor’s appointment.
Menstruation
Onset of Menstruation The onset of menstruation (menarche) typically begins around age 12 or 13. However, some girls will begin menstruating a few years earlier or later.
Women's Health
This section addresses a variety of diseases and conditions that may affect a woman’s health. Gynecological cancers, heart disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, and sports and orthopedic injuries are discussed.
Menstruation
Menstruation, the periodic shedding of the uterine lining (the endometrium) accompanied by bleeding, is a natural process that occurs in pre-menopausal women who are not pregnant or breast-feeding. Menstruation marks the fertile years of a woman’s life when she is able to bear children.
Pap Smear
How is a Pap Smear Performed? Patients will be asked to remove clothing below the waist and drape a paper cloth around the waist prior to the Pap smear. A nurse or other healthcare professional maybe present to assist the physician.
Women's Health
This section addresses a variety of conditions that may affect a woman’s health. Women’s health topics include hormone replacement therapy (HRT), menopause and related news.
Medical Tests For Women Over Age 40
As women age, their chances for disease increase. However, if detected early, many diseases, including many early stages of cancer, can be treated successfully.
How to Get the Most from Your Care: A Guide for Being a Proactive Patient
Be prepared and ask questions Research, research, research. Research the health concern using reliable print or online sources prior to the doctor’s appointment whenever possible. Contact non-profit organizations or governmental agencies for information or advice on credible resources.
Menstruation
Menstrual Problems The following are examples of possible menstrual problems. While most menstrual abnormalities are not cause for concern, they can sometimes signal other medical problems. Therefore, all persistent menstrual abnormalities should be evaluated by a physician.
Menstruation
Menstruation, the periodic shedding of the uterine lining (the endometrium) accompanied by bleeding, is a natural process that occurs in pre-menopausal women who are not pregnant or breast-feeding. Menstruation marks the fertile years of a woman’s life when she is able to bear children.
HPV Test Effective for Women with Abnormal Pap Smears, Cervical Cancer Vaccine in Development
Some promising developments in cervical cancer research may help to further reduce the number of deaths from the disease.
HPV Test Effective for Women with Abnormal Pap Smears, Cervical Cancer Vaccine in Development
The results of a new study show that abuse may affect the function of the ovaries.
Proactive Patient Checklist
Print out this guide, bring it with you to your doctor’s appointment and chart your progress. For a full explanation of these topics and tips for being a proactive patient, please click here.
Pap Smear
Main Menu: What is a Pap Smear and Why is it Performed? Who Should Receive a Pap Smear? What are the Latest Statistics on Pap Smears and Cervical Cancer? What is the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)? How Should a Woman Prepare for a Pap Smear? How is a Pap Smear Performed? Are There Any Risks to a Pap Sme
Pap Smear
What is a Pap Smear and Why is it Performed? Cervical cancer screening began in the United States in the late 1940s after Dr. George Papaniclaou developed the Pap smear. A Pap smear (also called a Pap test) is a screening test used to examine cells from the cervix and the vagina.
How to Get the Most from Your Care: A Guide for Being a Proactive Patient
Everyone wants the best medical care possible. This involves more than scheduling a doctor’s appointment. A proactive patient is an informed one who finds a good doctor and medical facility, does independent research using reliable sources, and asks detailed, relevant questions.
Pap Smear
What are the Latest Advances with Pap Smear? Recently, new techniques have been developed to further improve cervical cancer cell sample collection and specimen quality.