Women’s Cancers
8 Silent Signs of Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is one of the deadliest women’s cancers, even though it is not one of the most common. Only 16% of ovarian cancer cases are found in the early stages. ...
What to Expect After a Gynecologic Cancer Diagnosis
Being diagnosed with gynecologic cancer can feel overwhelming, but you're never alone. In this episode, two experts in gynecologic oncology cover what to expect during the next steps of your ...
Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Ovarian and Other Cancer Deaths
Eating more ultraprocessed foods raises the risk of developing and dying from cancer, especially ovarian cancer, according to a new study of over 197,000 people in the United Kingdom, over ...
Foods That Help Reduce Gynecologic Cancer Risk
You may know the basics for enhancing overall health and reducing the risk for many illnesses: Maintain a healthy weight. Stay physically active. Limit high calorie foods and sugary drinks. ...
Pap Smear Alternatives Will Let Women Self Screen For Cervical Cancer Starting This Fall
Women will soon be able to use an easy, self-administered test to screen for cervical cancer. The FDA in May approved Roche Diagnostics’ human papillomavirus self-screening solution, called cobas HPV, ...
Recognizing Gynecological Symptoms
Gynecological signs and symptoms that may require medical attention Vaginal bleeding and discharge are a normal part of your menstrual cycle before menopause. But, if you notice anything different or ...
Common Endometrial Cancer Test is Less Effective for Black Women, Research Shows
Women who have abnormal bleeding after menopause typically undergo a non-invasive procedure — a transvaginal ultrasound — to look for signs of uterine cancer. But research suggests that test misses ...
Symptoms of Gynecologic Cancers
It is important to pay attention to your body and know what is normal for you, so you can recognize the warning signs or symptoms of gynecologic cancer (cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and ...