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An overview of workplace stress, with helpful tips and exercises to help you relax and relieve some pressure.
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Finding good daycare for your child doesn't have to be difficult, if you follow this advice.
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Moms and Family Life
When you're looking for a babysitter, give yourself enough time to be selective.
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How to Juggle Demands at Work and Home
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Women and the Workplace
Juggling the demands of work and home can be quite stressful. For your health and well-being, it is important to find a good balance between work and home responsibilities
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Women and the Workplace
Being out of work is always a frustrating situation. There are some specific strategies to help you rise above other job candidates.
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Overview of Sleep Problems
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Sleep Health
There are many types of sleep disorders. They can interfere with health and quality of life. Sleep problems can range from insomnia to snoring.
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Insomnia
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Sleep Health
Insomnia is trouble falling to sleep or staying asleep. One in 3 adults has bouts of insomnia.
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Binge Eating Disorder
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Eating Disorders
Binge eating disorder is when someone often eats large amounts of food in a short time. It is also called compulsive overeating. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Anorexia Nervosa
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Eating Disorders
Anorexia nervosa (or simply anorexia) is an eating disorder that causes people to obsess about their weight and food. People who suffer with this behavior problem have a distorted body image. They see themselves as overweight even when their weight is dangerously low.
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Close the Door on Intimate Partner Violence
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Read on to learn about the signs of an abusive relationship, and how to make a safety plan and get ready to leave.
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Domestic Violence
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Personal Safety
Abuse often begins with verbal behaviors, such as name-calling, threats, and hitting or throwing objects. It can become worse, including pushing, slapping, and holding against the victim's will.
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Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area
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Sexual Health and STD's
The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva.
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Contraception/Birth Control
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Sexual Health and STD's
You have a lot of choices when it comes to birth control. Some methods don't need a healthcare provider's visit. But others, like oral contraceptives, are available only by prescription.
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Recognizing Gynecologic Problems
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD's)
Vaginal bleeding and discharge are a normal part of your menstrual cycle. If you notice anything different or unusual, talk with your health care provider.
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Immune System
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD's)
The immune system works to keep germs out of the body and destroy any that get in. It is made up of a complex network of cells and organs.
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Folic Acid for a Healthy Baby
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Eating Well
Getting enough folic acid can reduce the risk for neural tube defects (NTDs) and may also reduce the risk for other serious birth defects of the brain and spinal cord.
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Yoga is a series of stretches and poses that you do with breathing techniques. It offers the powerful benefits of exercise. And since yoga is gentle, almost anyone can do it, regardless of your age or fitness level.
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Being Active
Cold weather doesn't have to put a chill on your fitness routine, even if the treadmill or stair-stepper seems boring compared with jogging or riding your bike outside.
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Women's Healthcare Guidelines
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Preventive Care
Get regular checkups, preventive exams, and immunizations. Learn about disease prevention and ask your healthcare provider for specific information regarding your needs.
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A Simple Way to Keep the Flu Away
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You can prevent the flu this season by taking 1 simple step: Get a flu shot.
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Maintaining Your Personal Health Record
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You and Your Health Care Provider
A PHR can help reduce or eliminate duplicate tests and allow you to receive faster, safer treatment and care in an emergency. It also can help you play a more active role in your health care.
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How to Take Part in Every Medical Decision
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You and Your Health Care Provider
Well-informed people who play a significant role in deciding how they're going to treat their health conditions are likely to feel better about the decision process.
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