Harvard Women's Health Watch: January 2008

Eight for 2008: Eight things you should know about osteoporosis and fracture risk

All women need to be concerned about osteoporosis, protecting their bones and keeping them strong. Proper nutrition is the key to bone strength: the body needs calcium and vitamin D, and if diet does not provide enough, supplements should be taken. More »

Comparing surgeries for stress incontinence

Women who suffer from stress incontinence have treatment options incluuding several established surgical procedures. Some women have had success with collagen injections to strengthen the tissue surrounding the urethra. More »

From the journals: Unhealthy for women not to speak up during marital spats

Researchers found that women who did not express their feelings during marital arguments were at higher risk of dying prematurely. More »

From the journals: Ovary removal linked to risk for dementia, parkinsonism

Data from studies in Minnesota indicated that women who had one or both ovaries removed for reasons other than cancer were more likely to develop cognitive problems or movement disorders later in life. More »

By the way, doctor: Does having ridged and split fingernails mean I'm unhealthy?

I'm 63, and I've begun to notice a decline in the quality of my fingernails. They have up-and-down ridges, and at the tips, they're always splitting. I've heard you can tell a lot about a person's health from her nails. What does this say about mine? More »

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Eight for 2008: Eight things you should know about osteoporosis and fracture risk

Comparing surgeries for stress incontinence

From the journals: Unhealthy for women not to speak up during marital spats

From the journals: Ovary removal linked to risk for dementia, parkinsonism

By the way, doctor: Does having ridged and split fingernails mean I'm unhealthy?

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The bladder workout: Tame incontinence without surgery

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Tips for healthy eating away from home

4 things you should know about erectile dysfunction

Understanding the risks of supplements and herbal remedies for prostate cancer

5 things that can scuttle good sex

Why do I lose a lot of hair each fall?

Don't fall for these skin myths

Women and sleep: 5 simple steps to a better night's rest

Eight for 2008: Eight things you should know about osteoporosis and fracture risk

Comparing surgeries for stress incontinence

From the journals: Unhealthy for women not to speak up during marital spats

From the journals: Ovary removal linked to risk for dementia, parkinsonism

By the way, doctor: Does having ridged and split fingernails mean I'm unhealthy?