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FAQ: About Menstruation and the Menstrual Cycle
Menstruation is part of the menstrual cycle (or "period"), which helps a woman's body prepare for the possibility of pregnancy each month. This page provides answers to commonly asked questions about... Details >
FAQ: Depression in Women
Depression is not a normal part of being a woman nor is it a female weakness. Learn the various signs of depression, reasons why it may affect women, and how it can be treated. ... Details >
FAQs about WISEWOMAN – Well–Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation
WISEWOMAN consists of 15 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention funded WISEWOMAN programs in states and tribal organizations. Through these 15 programs, WISEWOMAN provides screening and lifestyle ... Details >
Hormones and Menopause 
This document discusses the benefits and risks of menopausal hormone therapy and the importance of discussing your medical history and questions about hormone replacement therapy with your doctor.... Details >
Links to Women's Health Resources
This page links to women health resources on the Web. Topics cover cancer, cardiovascular health, minority health, women health research, older women health, and more.... Details >
Menopausal Hormone Use and Cancer: Questions and Answers
Doctors may recommend menopausal hormones to counter some of the problems associated with the onset of menopause (hot flashes, night sweats, sleeplessness, and vaginal dryness) or to prevent long-term... Details >
Men's and Women's Health: Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
This page links to cancer specific resources about men and women. Links cover both prevention and early detection information about some of the common cancers that affect men and women.... Details >
Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)
Dysmenorrhea is a dull or throbbing pain in the lower abdomen many women experience just before and during their menstrual periods. This overview discusses signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, wh... Details >
Older Women's League Home Page
This page welcomes to the Older Women's League (OWL), a national grassroots membership organization that focuses solely on issues unique to women as they age. OWL strives to improve the status and qua... Details >
Pinn Point on Women’s Health
These podcasts discuss the latest news in women’s health research and include conversations with guests on a variety of subjects.... Details >
Office of Research on Women's Health, National Institutes of Health