About Women's Health: Travel Medicine

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor Everyone has to worry about health risks such as dehydration, bed bugs and altitude sickness when traveling. But in many ways, women travelers have extra worries on the road. Besides being more likely than men to experience motion sickness, women tend to take more prescription meds and report having more chronic conditions, such as arthritis and asthma, that require regular medical management. And of course it's crucial for pregnant women to have access to quality medical care wherever they are. Take a look at these tips before you take off on your next trip to help ensure a bon voyage. The Best Destinations for People With Arthritis Too often, people with arthritis opt to not go on a vacation or even a day trip because they think they can't manage traveling, writes Arthritis Guide Carol Eustice. Pain and physical limitation is allowed to interfere with what could be a relaxing and refreshing experience. Let's look at some of her favorite places...Accessible Attractions and Activities 9 Things To Think About Before Traveling (With Cancer) Tips for Travelers with IBS Search Related Topics:  traveling with arthritis  traveling with medications  physical limitations Are You Cleared for Air Travel? You can't expect to receive much medical care on an airplane, so it's crucial to do a few things before you get on board. Avoiding Inflight Emergencies Travel Health Insurance Basics How to Avoid Deep-Vein Thrombosis Search Related Topics:  senior travel  emergency medical care  The Dreaded Travelers' Diarrhea Travelers' diarrhea has long been the scourge of the adventurous soul who travels far from home. A little information can help to keep you healthy. Preventing and Treating Travelers' Diarrhea Top 8 Things to Eat When You Feel Awful Toilets Around the World Search Related Topics:  travelers' diarrhea  post-infectious ibs  bacteria and ibs Healthy Family Travel In recent years, parents of small children have needed to brush up on their travel health knowledge, as more and more families travel to places once thought to be exotic or off-limits. What Parents Need to Know About Travel Medicine Traveling with Meds 7 Things You Don't Know About Motion Sickness Search Related Topics:  travel health  vaccines  infections Related Searches Travel Malaria Travel Immunizations Travel Injections Travel Vaccination Travel Search Featured Articles What is Drunkorexia? Easy Weight Loss Workouts for Beginners Convertible Fitness Pants: Yay or Nay? Weight Loss Tips for Women Over 40 Understanding HIV Tests What is the MERS Virus?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: Screening for HIV

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor When was your last HIV test? One out of every four people with HIV are women--and many don't even know they have it. HIV/AIDS disproportionately affects women of color and, despite universal testing recommendations, a lot of women do not know their status. That's especially unfortunate, because early testing leads to better outcomes and lower risks for transmission. Find a free test, workshop and more information through the CDC's website for National HIV Testing Day (June 27th). Should You Take a Home HIV Test? Universal, or "opt out," testing calls for everyone aged 13 to 64 to be offered HIV testing at her doctor's office. Indeed, everyone should be tested, but not necessarily at home. What to Know About Home HIV Tests Understanding HIV Tests Signs and Symptoms of HIV Search Related Topics:  std testing  hiv/aids  Unsafe Sex Happens...When Can You Test? Unprotected sex may expose you to HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Should you get tested right away, or wait? How Long Should I Wait for STD Testing? Incubation Periods for Common STDs The Top STDs to Know About Search Related Topics:  std testing  std screening  risky behaviors Vaginal Itching: A Symptom NOT to Ignore Vaginal itching isn't always a sign of an STD, but it might be. What Causes Vaginal Itching? Don't Douche! Scabies, Lice, Warts + What They Look Like Search Related Topics:  std symptoms  vaginal itching  Stopping the Spread of STDs Besides individual protections, there are public health strategies to reduce transmission. Top 10 Ways to Avoid Getting an STD When Will We Have an HIV Vaccine? Vaccination and Herd Immunity Search Related Topics:  std testing  std prevention  condoms Related Searches HIV Aids Tests HIV Symptoms HIV Screening HIV Treatment STD HIV Featured Articles Do You Have A Condom? HPV Vaccination: What Happens Can You Masturbate While Undergoing STD Treatment? Emergergency Back Pain Treatment: What You Need to Know Physical Symptoms of Anxiety Starbucks Adds Calorie Info: Does it Matter?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: The Heredity Factor

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor When Angelina Jolie announced that she'd had a double mastectomy because she carries the BRCA1 gene mutation, many women started talking about factors related to breast and ovarian cancers. While the risk for cancer--but not cancer itself--can be inherited, certain cancers are still referred to as "inherited cancers." But what is actually inherited, according to the American Cancer Society, is the abnormal gene that can lead to cancer. "Inherited cancers" aren't extremely common, but predispositions for other diseases are much more so. Even if you don't have close relatives who have experienced breast cancer, Jolie's story is a good reminder to collect and consider your family's health history. Why Family Health History Is So Important Knowing the exact medical conditions that your relatives have had can help you identify risk factors for disease. Recording Your Family Medical History Genetic Predisposition: What It Means Who Should Consider Genetic Testing? Search Related Topics:  family medical history  genetics  medical records Is Lung Cancer Inherited? Many people don't realize that there can be a genetic link to lung cancer. In fact, some lung cancer survivors are young non-smokers. Is Lung Cancer Inherited? Screening for Lung Cancer Depression Risk Factors Search Related Topics:  lung cancer causes  genetics and lung cancer  Is it Genetic? Sometimes the answer isn't clear cut. Is Fibromyalgia Hereditary? Arthritis In the Family Causes of Autoimmune Disease Search Related Topics:  fibromyalgia causes  fibromyalgia research  understanding fibromyalgia Your Genes and Your Health Human genome researchers hope that personalized medicine will improve healthcare--and lives--through earlier detection and diagnosis, and better prevention and treatment of disease. What is Personalized Medicine? Inherited Cholesterol Disorders How Do Researchers Know Which Genes are Linked to Disease? Search Related Topics:  genetics  personalized medicine  human genome project Related Searches Breast Cancer Stats Lung Cancer Symptoms Ovarian Cancer Signs Treatment for Cancer Cancer Doctors Featured Articles No BRCA Gene Patent, Court Rules What is Prophylactic Mastectomy? The Heredity Factor in Bipolar Disease No BRCA Gene Patent, Court Rules THe Epic Morning-After Pill Battle Fixes for Persistant Acne Problems   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: What Every Girl Should Know

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor Birth control, which allows women to prevent pregnancy, has always been controversial in the US. Recent dust-ups relate to a court decision allowing people of all ages to buy emergency contraception without a prescription, but the upshot isn't yet clear. Politics aside, there's a lot of important information and evolving science about pregnancy prevention that can get lost in the debates. Get the basics here, and keep up with the latest news via the About Contraception Facebook page and @Dawn_Stacey. What Obamacare Means For Your Birth Control Many women will qualify for free birth control under the Affordable Care Act. Maximize Your ACA Benefit What is Emergency Contraception? The Most Common Birth Control Myths Search Related Topics:  contraception  the affordable care act  saving money on healthcare Is It Working? How to know if the method of birth control you are using is effective. Preventing Birth Control Failure The Link Between Body Weight + Birth Control Failure IBD and Family Planning Search Related Topics:  faqs  contraceptive failure  birth control questions The Talk The birth control method you choose should be right for you--and right for your relationship. How to Talk to Your Partner about Birth Control How to Measure Penis Size Sex Addiction and Contraception Search Related Topics:  discussing contraception  birth control methods  contraceptive failure Other Pill Perks Easing menstrual pain, regulating cycles and reducing disease risk are a few of the secondary benefits that some women experience on the Pill. Noncontraceptive Benefits of Birth Control Hormonal Contraception and Endometriosis Pain The Pill + Menstrual Migraines Search Related Topics:  the pill  non-contraceptive health advantages  birth control research Related Searches Birth Control Womens Health Clinic Contraception Female Health Care Womens Healthcare Featured Articles Talking to Your Teen About Contraception What is "Natural" Family Planning? Latest Substance Abuse Headlines 6 Reasons For Condom Failure (Video) Am I Pregnant? Early Signs of Pregnancy Real Stories "How Rehab Saved My Life"   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement