Category: Women’s Health

UNC Health patient Betsy Nay

October 30, 2023

Are More Younger Women Getting Breast Cancer?

As researchers track early-onset cancers, women can take steps to reduce their risk.

Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Women's Health

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July 3, 2023

Understanding Benign Breast Conditions

Learn about noncancerous conditions and what to do if you have them.

Breast Cancer, Breast Health

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a woman standing in a bathroom, wearing a robe and a bath towel on her bed feels under her breast

June 6, 2023

Found a Breast Lump? Here’s What to Do

Lumps are often benign but need to be checked out.

Breast Cancer, Breast Health

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May 15, 2023

When Should You Get a Mammogram?

Breast cancer is most treatable when caught early, so don’t delay.

Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Women's Health

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April 21, 2023

Depression During Perimenopause Is Treatable

You don’t have to accept mood changes as a normal part of aging.

Depression, Menopause, Women's Health

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February 17, 2023

Identifying Gender and Racial Disparities in Heart Attack Care

UNC researchers are spreading the word about these disparities and starting a conversation about how to change them.

Cardiology, Health Disparities, Heart and Vascular Health, Heart Attacks, Research, Women's Health

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Women in exercise clothes standing outside in a group, one woman gesturing toward her midsection

November 9, 2022

Pelvic Organ Prolapse Is Common and Treatable

Exercises, devices and surgery can help when organs slip.

OB-GYN, Women's Health

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Adult daughter embraces mother, both women sitting by a window

October 31, 2022

What Every Woman Needs to Know About Stroke

Longer life expectancy for women can mean more strokes.

Neurology, Stroke, Women's Health

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Grandmother, mother, and young daughter sit on beach, embracing and smiling at each other

August 1, 2022

4 Things Every Woman Should Know About Heart Health

Women can take steps to prevent heart disease by practicing healthy lifestyle habits.

Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health

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July 13, 2022

5 Things to Know About Pregnancy Past Age 35

The risk of complications increases with age, but they aren’t a given.

Health, Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Women's Health

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Pregnant woman holding a coffee

June 9, 2022

Can You Get Pregnant During Perimenopause?

Declining hormones don’t mean the end of your fertility. A UNC expert shares more.

Health, Menopause, Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Women's Health

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Pregnant woman sitting on a bed, looking at belly

June 3, 2022

Making a Midwife Part of Your Birth Plan

These specialists in low-risk pregnancies take a more holistic approach to birth.

Maternal Health, Women's Health

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