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The Best Way To Shave Your Bikini Line Without Getting Ingrowns Everywhere
Read More: The Best Way To Shave Your Bikini Line Without Getting Ingrowns EverywhereWhether you’re a newbie or you’ve been shaving your bikini line for a long time, you know it can be a challenge to get through the process without skin irritation, razor burn, or itchy bumps. It’s the collateral damage from wanting hairless lady parts. Indeed, removing the hair around your bikini bottom and pubic region…
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15 Minutes With: Sateria Venable Talks Fibroids, Fertility and Fighting for a Cure
Read More: 15 Minutes With: Sateria Venable Talks Fibroids, Fertility and Fighting for a CurePainful periods. Flood-like flows. Uterine growths the size of a melon. We know this sounds like a bad premenstrual dream, but these are just a few of the life-altering symptoms associated with uterine fibroids. Sateria Venable knows firsthand how disruptive fibroids can be. Before she was founder and CEO of The Fibroid Foundation, Venable was…
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HIV and the Risk of Other Health Problems
Read More: HIV and the Risk of Other Health ProblemsEspañol December 1, 2025, is World AIDS Day. Thanks to a treatment called antiretroviral therapy (ART), people assigned female at birth (AFAB) and women with HIV are now living (and thriving!) into old age. More than half of all people with HIV in the United States are 50 and over. But HIV is linked to…
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El VIH y el riesgo de otros problemas médicos
Read More: El VIH y el riesgo de otros problemas médicosEnglish El 1 de diciembre de 2025 es el Día Mundial del SIDA. Gracias al tratamiento denominado terapia antirretroviral (TAR), personas con asignación femenina cuando nacieron (AFAB, por sus siglas en inglés) y mujeres con VIH ahora viven (¡y tienen éxito!) hasta la vejez. Más de la mitad de personas con VIH en Estados Unidos…
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Can Using Vaginal Estrogen Cream on Your Face Make You Look Younger?
Read More: Can Using Vaginal Estrogen Cream on Your Face Make You Look Younger?No, this isn’t a Goop editorial, but we can see why you’d mistake it for one. The idea of using an estrogen cream, historically used to restore vaginal tissue, on your face isn’t quite as wild sounding as, say, using bee venom to treat scarring, which Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow described as “pretty incredible”, but…
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When Someone You Love Is Addicted and Why They Can’t “Just Quit” with Chris Doyle
Read More: When Someone You Love Is Addicted and Why They Can’t “Just Quit” with Chris DoyleHave you ever wondered why some teens can experiment with substances and walk away unscathed while others can’t stop after the first time? Or why your typical parenting strategies might actually make addiction worse? If you’re like I was for many years, you might associate addiction with bad choices, lack of control, or moral failings.…
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This No-Equipment Bodyweight Workout Is Perfect For The Beach, Park Or Yard
Read More: This No-Equipment Bodyweight Workout Is Perfect For The Beach, Park Or YardNothing kills an exercise habit like a break from routine. But taking time out of the office doesn’t mean you need to take a break from fitness as well. This no-equipment bodyweight workout – perfect for the holidays – requires nada and you can do it anywhere: on the beach, a field or even in…
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Three New Nespresso Festive Flavours Just Landed – Add To Cart, ASAP
Read More: Three New Nespresso Festive Flavours Just Landed – Add To Cart, ASAPThis festive season, Nespresso invites you to uncover Magic in the Making, a celebration of the beautiful rituals, flavours and craftsmanship that make every joyful gathering so special. This year’s collection brings together an enchanting selection of limited-edition coffees, a new African-inspired blend and thoughtfully designed festive accessories, all wrapped in vivid creations by Kenyan…
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Stigma Can Be a Barrier to COPD Care
Read More: Stigma Can Be a Barrier to COPD CareNovember is COPD Awareness Month. At 39, Cyndy Ruess went to the hospital after having trouble breathing. Breathing problems weren’t new for Ruess — she’d had asthma as a child — and her biggest concern at the time was figuring out when she’d be able to get back to work. A healthcare provider (HCP) gave…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Early-Onset Lung Cancer
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Early-Onset Lung CancerCases of nonsmokers getting lung cancer have been going up over the past 25 years, and with that, more cases of early-onset lung cancer (before the age of 50) have been occurring. HealthyWomen spoke with Mohana Roy, M.D., medical oncologist and clinical assistant professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine, about why early-onset lung…
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I Thought I Did Everything Right, but My Ovarian Cancer Still Came Back
Read More: I Thought I Did Everything Right, but My Ovarian Cancer Still Came BackCancer is a wake-up call. I answered it in the fall of 2018 when I received a shocking ovarian cancer diagnosis at the age of 45. I was stage 2a and had a successful debulking surgery and chemotherapy during the spring of 2019. Then I set about changing almost everything! I relocated from the East…
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The Best Types Of Mascara Brushes For Next-Level Lashes
Read More: The Best Types Of Mascara Brushes For Next-Level LashesNights out, beach days, luncheons or insta-perfect moments, your eye game needs to keep up (subtly or not so subtly). But before you reach for just any tube of mascara, here’s a little secret: it’s not just the formula that matters – it’s the brush. The truth? Not every mascara can do everything… and that’s…
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Exactly How To Choose The Lowest-Calorie Drinks At The Bar
Read More: Exactly How To Choose The Lowest-Calorie Drinks At The BarIf you’re trying to keep your night out on the lighter side – whether for sleep, performance or simply avoiding the next-day slump – it helps to know which drinks contain fewer calories. Because happy hour doesn’t have to turn into sour hour – you just have to sip smarter. And that starts with knowledge,…
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Comic Strip: Rita Has Recurring Nasal Polyps
Read More: Comic Strip: Rita Has Recurring Nasal Polyps+ Comic text Image Words Woman sitting in doctor’s office, blowing her nose as doctor walks in to greet her Doctor: Hi Rita, It’s nice to see you — but I’m sorry to hear your polyps have been bothering you again. Rita and doctor talking Rita: I’m sorry, too. I really thought the surgery to…
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Living With Nasal Polyps
Read More: Living With Nasal PolypsThis resource was created with support from Sanofi and Regeneron. + Video transcript Video/Image Voiceover/Audio Living with Nasal Polyps How this invisible disease affects your quality of life Sun comes up, a woman in bed sleeps while an alarm clock goes off on her bedside table SUPER and ICONS: Facial pain Stuffy/runny nose Loss of…
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The New Elegant, Captivating Fragrance By Lacoste
Read More: The New Elegant, Captivating Fragrance By LacosteElegant. Fresh. Unmistakably Lacoste. The new Lacoste Original Pour Femme captures the refined ease and timeless allure the brand is known for – now reimagined in a fragrance that’s both modern and effortlessly feminine. With every note, it celebrates sophistication in motion, echoing the Maison’s heritage of French style and understated confidence. Lacoste Original For…
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5 Doctor-Approved Strategies To Finally Cope With Year-End Burnout
Read More: 5 Doctor-Approved Strategies To Finally Cope With Year-End BurnoutYear-end burnout can feel like a slow, painful crawl to mid-December when you’re finally allowed to cancel the alarm and enable that OOO. Right now, there are urgent memos everywhere, last-minute to-dos and all the things you said you’d finish by July, now threatening to swallow you whole. And since you’ve been working so hard,…
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What Is A Spit Kink? Sex Experts Explain The Fluid Sharing Practice That’s All Over Pop Culture
Read More: What Is A Spit Kink? Sex Experts Explain The Fluid Sharing Practice That’s All Over Pop CultureSpit has moved from the horny to the normy zeitgeist faster than you can say “spit in my mouth.” Need proof? Think of the speed with which Sinners’ infamous spit scene became both meme and masturbation fodder, the virality of the Hawk Tuah Girl, or how the droplet emoji has become a near-universal stand-in for saliva. Indeed, people are talking about…
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Wait, Is That Bowl Of Cereal For Dinner Actually A Good Idea? A Dietician Explains
Read More: Wait, Is That Bowl Of Cereal For Dinner Actually A Good Idea? A Dietician ExplainsWe’ve all been there: it’s late, you’re wiped out, the fridge looks empty and the idea of cooking feels, well… optimistic. So you reach for the cereal box. A quick, comforting, nostalgic classic that’s seen you through school days, tight deadlines and now, the odd midweek dinner. But is cereal for dinner just a “can’t-be-bothered”…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Biosimilars for Cancer Treatment
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Biosimilars for Cancer TreatmentA biosimilar is a medicine that is similar to an existing, brand name biologic medicine (a medicine made from living cells and organisms). Although biosimilars are not identical copies of biologics, they’re very close and work in the same way. Like biologics, biosimilars have many different uses, including treating certain types of cancer. We spoke…
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Testosterone 101: A Guide for Women in Menopause
Read More: Testosterone 101: A Guide for Women in MenopauseTestosterone isn’t only a “men’s hormone” — women make it too, just in much smaller amounts. In women, testosterone helps with sexual desire and arousal and plays a role in bone, muscle and brain health. Many experts agree the evidence points to using testosterone therapy in women to treat low sexual desire that is upsetting…
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17 Wellness Journals To Kickstart Your Year
Read More: 17 Wellness Journals To Kickstart Your YearIf being more present, more of a go-getter or hitting certain goals is your new year MO, you’re going to need one of these wellness journals to get there. Journalling is a powerful tool for wellness. It boosts your mindfulness by helping you reflect and stay on course. Journalling can help you achieve your goals,…
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Montblanc Signature Elixir: A Love Note To Opulence And Luxury
Read More: Montblanc Signature Elixir: A Love Note To Opulence And LuxuryJust as a signature inked on paper is a personal expression on one’s identity, Montblanc Signature gives women different ways to express themselves and their exceptional character through fragrance. A nod to Montblanc’s heritage in the culture of writing, Montblanc Signature creates a lasting olfactory imprint of her personality for others to remember her by.…
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Antimicrobial Resistance and Women: The Time to Act Is Now
Read More: Antimicrobial Resistance and Women: The Time to Act Is Now+ Flipbook text 1: Why is AMR a dangerous public health crisis? When you take medication for an infection, sometimes whatever is making you sick has been exposed to the medication enough that it has found a way to survive the drug. That process is antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Some parasites, viruses, bacteria and fungi are…
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Your Period: What’s Normal (and What’s Not)
Read More: Your Period: What’s Normal (and What’s Not)Menstrual cramps and heavy bleeding are often seen as “just part of having a period,” but they can also be signs that something’s not quite right with your uterine health. If you’re having a lot of pain or heavy bleeding, it could point to a health problem that needs care — not something to suffer…
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Overactive Bladder 101
Read More: Overactive Bladder 101It’s hard enough finding time to get together with our girlfriends between family responsibilities, work and (trying to) squeeze in a workout. We shouldn’t let the anxiety of making sure there’s always a bathroom around stop us from finally getting in those much needed laughs. For 33 million U.S. adults — and 4 out of…
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28 Books To Help You Beat The Year-End Slump
Read More: 28 Books To Help You Beat The Year-End SlumpFeeling flat? You’re not alone. By the time November rolls around, your energy is probably running on caffeine and autopilot. But the right book can flip the script – calming your brain, reigniting motivation and helping you finish strong. These reads – a mix of fresh releases and WH favourites – will help you rest,…
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“I Burnt 18 000 Calories At The Nedbank Gravel Burn. Here’s What The Inaugural 7-Day Stage Race Was Really Like”
Read More: “I Burnt 18 000 Calories At The Nedbank Gravel Burn. Here’s What The Inaugural 7-Day Stage Race Was Really Like”Towards the end of June 2025, I was offered the opportunity to take part in South Africa’s inaugural 7-day gravel biking stage race, the Nedbank Gravel Burn. And while I’d never done gravel biking or even owned a gravel bike, I just knew that this would be an incredible opportunity – not only to immerse…
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What Exactly Is Oxidative Stress In Skin – And What Really Helps?
Read More: What Exactly Is Oxidative Stress In Skin – And What Really Helps?You’ve heard ads, TikTokkers and lab coats talk about oxidative stress in skin and how it can cause wrinkles, uneven skin tone and premature ageing (yikes!). But what are you meant to do about it – and what’s the deal with oxidation, anyway? Meet the experts: Dr Alek Nikolic is a renowned specialist in aesthetic…
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HealthyWomen’s Funders
Read More: HealthyWomen’s FundersProgram Funders Alnylam Amgen Bayer BD BridgeBio CK Nutraceuticals Daiichi Sankyo Intuitive Johnson & Johnson Eli Lilly Merck Novartis Organon Pfizer PhRMA Radius Regeneron Sandoz Sanofi Servier Takeda UCB Event Funders Pfizer Corporate Advisory Council
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The Best Way To Use Sea Salt Spray On Short Or Long Hair
Read More: The Best Way To Use Sea Salt Spray On Short Or Long HairA day at the beach can do wonders for your soul – and your strands. Sure, it may leave your skin feeling tight, but there’s nothing like a dip in the ocean to leave your hair looking perfectly tousled and effortlessly cool – the literal definition of beachy waves. Now that summer is approaching (or maybe it’s already here!), you don’t…
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Why You Should Be Incorporating Macadamia Into Your Diet
Read More: Why You Should Be Incorporating Macadamia Into Your DietWhen it comes to snacks that are as tasty as they are good for you, macadamia nuts are hard to beat. With their rich, buttery flavour and satisfying crunch, they make healthy eating feel like a treat rather than a task. A Healthy Fat You’ll Want To Eat For years, fat got a bad rap.…
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Breathwork for Stress Relief: Techniques You’ll Remember Under Pressure
Read More: Breathwork for Stress Relief: Techniques You’ll Remember Under PressureWhen life feels overwhelming, most people say, “Just breathe.” It sounds simple — maybe too simple — but science shows that breathwork can truly calm the body and mind in moments of stress. Whether you’re facing an intense meeting, a traffic jam, or emotional tension, your breath is one of the most powerful (and accessible)…
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Womanizer Duo Bordeaux Review: “Every Woman Should Own This Toy”
Read More: Womanizer Duo Bordeaux Review: “Every Woman Should Own This Toy”The best part of experimenting with sex toys? When you reach a climax, right? Well, get this… The Womanizer Duo Bordeaux might just give you the most explosive orgasm in 30 seconds. True story! If you’re a sex toy novice, this cute gadget is a good (and very, very pleasurable) investment. In fact, we think every…
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What Exactly Is The 3×3 By 12 Rule – And Is It Healthy? Experts Weigh In
Read More: What Exactly Is The 3×3 By 12 Rule – And Is It Healthy? Experts Weigh InIf you’ve been hankering to implement some new healthy habits (getting more steps in…eating more protein…), but have felt overwhelmed by approaches that do the most, the viral 3×3 by 12 p.m. rule could be for you. The idea, created by Abbie Overturf (@fit.abbie on TikTok), a fitness coach and content creator, is that the healthy habits you prioritise…
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Immunotherapy for Melanoma, Explained
Read More: Immunotherapy for Melanoma, ExplainedMelanoma is one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer. This is mostly because it spreads more aggressively than other skin cancers. While melanoma represents only 1% of skin cancers, it accounts for a high number of cancer deaths. Because it can grow so quickly, melanoma is difficult to treat effectively once it has spread…
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Statement on FDA Removal of Blackbox Warnings on Estrogen-Based Hormone Therapy Products for Menopause
Read More: Statement on FDA Removal of Blackbox Warnings on Estrogen-Based Hormone Therapy Products for MenopauseAs a leading voice in women’s midlife health, HealthyWomen recognizes the important step taken by the FDA to improve access to hormone therapy (HT) products for women experiencing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms by modifying the black box warning labels for estrogen products. Since 2003, the blackbox warning on low-dose vaginal estrogen products has had a…
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Cuidar a una pareja con cáncer de próstata y linfedema
Read More: Cuidar a una pareja con cáncer de próstata y linfedemaEnglish Noviembre es el Mes Nacional de los Cuidadores Familiares El linfedema es una acumulación de un líquido acuoso en tu cuerpo que se denomina linfa que causa hinchazón crónica, usualmente en un brazo o pierna. La linfa, que promueve tu salud general y la función de tu sistema inmunológico, fluye de tus tejidos a…
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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How to Share a Sexual Fantasy with Your Partner
Read More: Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How to Share a Sexual Fantasy with Your PartnerEmily Jamea, Ph.D., is a sex therapist, author and podcast host. You can find her here each month to share her latest thoughts about sex. When Camilla first brought up the topic of sexual fantasies in therapy, she laughed nervously. “I have this one recurring fantasy,” she said, “but I could never tell my husband.…
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Leaky Gut, Histamine Nightmare, and Your Nervous System: The Hidden Connection Making You Sick with the Gut Genie Laura Frontiero
Read More: Leaky Gut, Histamine Nightmare, and Your Nervous System: The Hidden Connection Making You Sick with the Gut Genie Laura FrontieroHave you ever wondered why your body seems to betray you the moment stress hits? Why does your stomach turn into knots during difficult conversations? Why do you suddenly need to run to the bathroom before important events? Or why, despite eating “healthy,” you’re still dealing with brain fog, fatigue, and mysterious symptoms that no…
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12 Types Of Headaches – And What The Pain Really Means
Read More: 12 Types Of Headaches – And What The Pain Really MeansKnow why Home Affairs queues, potty training a toddler and traffic are considered total headaches? Because regardless of the type of headache you’ve got, they all suck. Headaches impact daily activities for many women, causing them to avoid work, social engagements, or physical exertion. They’re also more common among women, peaking among women aged between…
