Women's Health

Premature labor, also known as preterm labor, occurs when your body begins preparing for birth too early in your pregnancy. If labor starts more than three weeks before your [...]

TORCH syndrome is a group of infections that can pose serious risks to your unborn baby during pregnancy. The acronym TORCH stands for Toxoplasmosis, Other agents (including [...]

The heart is an incredible organ that keeps you alive by pumping oxygen-rich blood throughout your body. In this article, we'll explain how the heart works in simple [...]

Paget's disease of the breast is a rare type of breast cancer that affects the nipple and the surrounding area (areola). It accounts for 1% to 4% of all breast cancer [...]

Even if your pregnancy has been smooth sailing, complications can still arise during labor and delivery. While this may sound scary, being informed about potential issues and [...]

If you've previously had a cesarean section (C-section) and are pregnant again, you may be wondering if a vaginal birth after C-section (VBAC) is an option for you. [...]

Vaginal cancer is a rare condition that occurs when cancerous cells grow in the vagina, the birth canal that connects the uterus to the outside of the body. Although many [...]

Breast cancer is a serious concern for women, with the lifetime risk in the U.S. increasing from around 5% in 1940 to 12% today. Early detection is crucial in improving the [...]

Endometrial cancer is a type of cancer that affects the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. It is the most common type of uterine cancer. If left untreated, [...]

Ovarian cancer is a serious disease that affects the almond-sized organs on each side of the uterus, known as the ovaries. When malignant cells begin to grow in the ovary, it [...]