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Making Condoms Part of a Partner's Proper Attire
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 28, 2008
A fashion-conscious new condom campaign aims to appeal to women.
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How to Prevent Preterm Birth
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 25, 2008
Premature babies face a greater risk of childhood death and adult infertility, a study finds.
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What to Take for Hot Flashes After Breast Cancer
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- March 25, 2008
Hormone therapy can cause cancer's return, but other drugs seem safe; the challenge of contraception.
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Keeping Breast Cancer From Coming Back
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 19, 2008
Women previously treated for breast cancer could benefit from aromatase inhibitors.
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When a Wife Gets Cheated On, Survival Mode Kicks In
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 13, 2008
Would you stand by your man? A relationship expert theorizes on why betrayed political wives often do.
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Stressed Out? Try a Flotation Tank
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 12, 2008
Plenty of people swear by flotation therapy, but it made me nervous.
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Three Ways to Get Better Sleep and Improve Your Health
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 11, 2008
Adequate rest is important, especially for women, so make it part of your wellness strategy.
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The HPV Vaccine and Pap Results
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 10, 2008
An abnormal Pap means added testing and fear, which many women can now avoid.
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More on Hormones and Cancer
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 7, 2008
Here's a good example of why studies can be so frustrating to apply to real life.
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Breast Cancer: 3 Ways to Lower the Risk of Recurrence
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- March 6, 2008
A new study indicates that lower estrogen levels can help keep cancer from coming back.
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I'm Happy Without Being Perfect
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- March 5, 2008
A new book coaches women on how to set realistic expectations for themselves.
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Why Barack Obama's Fans Are Fainting
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 29, 2008
Women are dropping like flies at his rallies. How can we avoid that gonna-faint feeling?
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First I Get Stressed, Then I Get Migraines
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 27, 2008
I investigate what I can do when a "stress attack" strikes.
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Hormone Therapy Raises Odds of Breast Biopsy
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 25, 2008
Among hormone users, mammograms are more likely to raise false alarms over cancer.
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Light at Night: How to Counter the Health Effects
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- February 22, 2008
Nighttime exposure to light may cause breast cancer and other problems, but you're not helpless.
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Birth Control Pills for a Mere $9 a Month
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 20, 2008
The latest news on generic contraceptives, plus the patch and the vaginal ring.
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When Love Is Like a Fine Wine
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 14, 2008
Women over 50 often find that romance gets better with age.
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Reliable Breast Cancer Guidance Online
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 11, 2008
Plenty of advice on the Web is outdated or misleading. One expert's picks:
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Secrets of Happily Married Women
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 8, 2008
A new book by psychiatrist Scott Haltzman offers guidance on what husbands need.
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Some Thoughts on Happiness and Middle Age
By Deborah Kotz -
On Women
- February 6, 2008
Changing expectations might help explain our frame of mind.
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The Smart Take on Statins
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- February 6, 2008
Are cholesterol-lowering drugs right for you? That depends.
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On Women: When Life Changes, Keep Healthy Habits
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- January 24, 2008
To keep the pounds off, you may need to constantly tweak your food choices and exercise routine.
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On Women: The Downside of C-Sections on Demand
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- January 23, 2008
Elective surgery is in, vaginal delivery is out, and the trend may be hurting women and their babies.
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On Women: For Mixed Reasons, Abortion Rates Fall
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- January 17, 2008
Some states' laws have widened access to birth control; elsewhere, they've limited access to providers.
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On Women: Hormones and Breast Cancer
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- January 15, 2008
The bad news this week isn't as bad as it first appears.
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