Harvard Women's Health Watch: November 2015

Do you need a thyroid test?

About one-fourth of women over 60 have low levels of thyroid hormone, which might not cause symptoms yet still raise “bad” cholesterol and the risk of cardiovascular disease. A thyroid test is a good idea for women at risk. More »

Ask the doctor: Do I need gallbladder surgery?

It's important to get treatment for gallstones that cause recurrent pain. Surgery is often necessary to prevent serious complications. More »

Ask the doctor: Are diet drinks safe?

I've been drinking Fresca since I was in college. Lately I've been reading that diet drinks may cause weight gain and have other bad effects. Is that true? More »

Addyi is not a "female Viagra," but it can open an important discussion

The side effects of flibanserin may not be worth the modest benefits for most women with low sexual desire. It should be a personal decision whether or not to try this drug, but your doctor may be able to suggest other approaches. More »

Two types of drugs you may want to avoid for the sake of your brain

Benzodiazepines and drugs with strong anticholinergic effects have been linked to Alzheimer’s disease in people who take them. Higher doses and longer use were associated with higher risk. There are several alternatives to both types. More »

A few things you might not know about alcohol

Alcohol has seven calories per gram and is processed differently from other nutrients. Women metabolize alcohol more slowly than men do, and they suffer the consequences of heavy drinking more severely. More »

What you can gain by exercising longer and harder

Exceeding the exercise guidelines by exercising more vigorously for 20 to 40 minutes several times a week can improve aerobic capacity, take years off biological age, and reduce the risk of premature death. More »

Research we're watching: Working overtime may raise stroke risk

An analysis of 600,000 Europeans and Americans linked working more than 55 hours a week with a 30% greater risk of stroke for women. More »

Research we're watching: Analysis raises new questions about treating noninvasive breast cancer

An analysis of National Cancer Institute data indicates that many women with ductal carcinoma in situ may not benefit from lumpectomy and radiation. More »

Research we're watching: Small study shows little bone benefit from recommended dose of vitamin D

In a randomized controlled trial of 260 postmenopausal women, 800 IU of vitamin D taken daily for a year didn't prevent bone fractures. More »

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Do you need a thyroid test?

Ask the doctor: Do I need gallbladder surgery?

Ask the doctor: Are diet drinks safe?

Addyi is not a "female Viagra," but it can open an important discussion

Two types of drugs you may want to avoid for the sake of your brain

A few things you might not know about alcohol

What you can gain by exercising longer and harder

Research we're watching: Working overtime may raise stroke risk

Research we're watching: Analysis raises new questions about treating noninvasive breast cancer

Research we're watching: Small study shows little bone benefit from recommended dose of vitamin D

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