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| Diet and Weight Loss |
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Deciding to embark on a plan to lose weight will depend on whether you feel you need to lose a few pounds. But being overweight is more than just tipping the scale. Are you overweight?
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Low-fat vs. low-carb. The battle lines are drawn. But which is the best diet for losing weight? Learn how to tell one diet from another and how to cut through the hype.
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Many obese people fail diet after diet. For them, surgery can be another option. Although bariatric surgery can be risky, it can also help people live healthier lives.
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Too tired to exercise? Craving carbs? You may want to sleep on it. Listen to what experts have to say about the link between sleep problems and your weight.
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| Healthy Lifestyle |
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Most people who smoke have thought about stopping. Learn what you should do to prepare yourself for that first day without cigarettes.
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| Pregnancy |
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"I'm pregnant!" Exciting words for any couple. But after the initial excitement sinks in, the next step is accepting the huge responsibility that comes with it. Most people think first about how they'll take care of their child when he or she is born. But just as important is the care you give your child during pregnancy. From lifestyle changes to screening tests, prenatal care is a demanding process that every women needs to understand. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the various aspects of prenatal care and how it can help ensure a safe pregnancy--and a healthy child.
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If you're pregnant -- and even if you're not -- you've probably heard of ultrasound. But do you really know what doctors are looking for when they use it? Join our panel for an expert discussion of this common procedure. Topics will include:
- When should you get an ultrasound?
- Which kinds of abnormalities of the fetus can be seen with an ultrasound?
- How reliable is the test?
- Are there any risks associated with ultrasound?
- If something seems wrong, what happens next?
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If your doctor has suggested amniocentesis -- a procedure in which some of the amniotic fluid around the fetus is removed for genetic testing -- you probably have a lot of questions and concerns. Is the procedure safe for you and your child? What are the chances that an abnormality will be found? What decisions will you be faced with if there is an abnormality? What's the difference between amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling? Join our panel of experts for a close look at this important procedure.
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Controlling asthma during pregnancy is extremely important, for the health of both mother and baby. Listen to experts explain what can happen if a woman's persistent asthma goes unchecked in the nine months before delivery.
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Drugs receive special scrutiny for safety when used by pregnant women. How do the drugs used to control asthma compare? Listen in as experts explain.
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Managing asthma in pregnancy requires special expertise. Listen to expert advice on how a woman should work with her doctors to make sure her asthma hurts neither herself nor her unborn child.
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Everyone knows a woman's body changes a great deal during pregnancy. But how should a woman modify her physical activity to account for these changes? Join our panel as they discuss the importance of establishing appropriate exercise habits during pregancy as well as after childbirth. Topics will include:
- What level of aerobic exercise is aproppriate during pregnancy? What is a safe heart rate?
- What are some ways to deal with fatigue during pregnancy?
- After childbirth, what types of exercise most help a woman return to her original state?
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| Breast Cancer |
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While a mammogram is one of the most important tests a woman can take, its findings often seem complex to many women. Learn what doctors look for when they interpret x-ray films of the breast.
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Breast cancer is a disease that can turn a woman's world upside down. There seem to be a million questions that need to be answered. But there are ways to help organize not only how you treat the disease, but the way in which you approach getting the right information to make treatment decisions. Discover what doctors and patients say about becoming your own best advocate.
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Breast cancer stages tell us the characteristics of the cancer and if it has spread beyond the breast tissue. Doctors can use this information to guide treatment decisions. Learn how staging is vital in determining next steps.
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Finding out you have early-stage breast cancer can be overwhelming. But you can get a handle on the disease by learning some very crucial things about your own cancer. Getting the proper tests to determine the stage and characteristics of your cancer can help dictate what treatments are appropriate. Assembling the right team of doctors who are not only skilled, but also easy to talk to is another key element for managing the disease in the best possible way.
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There are a variety of factors that determine what treatments doctors suggest for breast cancer. One crucial aspect of any breast cancer is whether it is hormone receptor positive. If it is, there are a variety of treatments that can help decrease the amount of estrogen in a woman's body helping to prevent the growth of the cancer. Discover how hormones can play a vital part in this disease.
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Hormone replacement therapy was once used to help women combat the side effects of menopause. But recent studies indicate it may do more harm than good. On the other hand hormonal treatment of breast cancer is very different and can be very useful. In this therapy, doctors attempt to block the production of hormones that are feeding the growth of the cancer. Find out exactly what distinguishes these two therapies from one another.
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Award-winning Latina singer-songwriter Soraya has had her share of personal tragedy. She lost her grandmother, her maternal aunt, and her mother to breast cancer. But nothing could have prepared her for her own breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 31. Listen to her story of recovery and why she joined forces with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to get an important message out about early detection to her Latino and Hispanic sisters.
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For women with hormone sensitive breast cancers there are many treatment choices, each with a range of side effects. Learn what to consider when making decisions with your doctor and how it can affect your quality of life.
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Breast cancer can strike any woman. But certain lifestyle choices and personal traits - including your genetic makeup - can affect your risk. What are the major factors, and how can you determine your risk? Join us as we talk to Seema Kahn, MD, of the Northwestern Medical School, for a detailed look at this important issue.
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| Heart Disease and Stroke |
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The statistics for heart disease in women are staggering. Yet many don't know they are at risk, nor do they know the signs and symptoms of trouble. Tune in to learn what everyone should know about the leading cause of death in American women.
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A stroke can be a life-altering event, but its warning signs can sometimes be difficult to identify. Yet if a person suffering a stroke can get to a hospital within the first three hours, they can be given medication that will lessen the severity of the disability caused by the stroke. Experts discuss the exact steps to take when you suspect you're suffering a stroke.
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While a stroke almost always comes without warning, there are certain people who are more at risk than others. Factors such as age, racial background and physical problems can make you a more likely candidate. Still, there are ways to lessen your chances. Learn what you can do to help prevent a stroke.
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| Female Hair Loss |
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Though hair loss can be embarrassing and unpleasant for anyone, our society considers hair loss in women a sort of cosmetic disaster. But it's not just social factors that set male and female baldness apart. The actual causes and symptoms of hair loss in women can be different as well. Join our guests as they explain the distinction between the two. Topics will include:
- Common misperceptions about female hair loss
- Primary causes of hair loss in women
- How women can tell if they’re losing their hair
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By the age of 50, approximately 50% of women will have to cope with hair loss. This is a natural part of aging, but it's a part most women would rather skip. For many women, medications provide a reliable solution for their hair loss. But what about women who don't benefit from medication? Join our panel of experts as they discuss current and future non-medical options, from styling tips to surgery to cloning technology.
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In a world where female hair loss is almost taboo, finding the right treatment can be confusing. Do the products that work for men work for women, too? What products work best, and what lifestyle changes do women need to make? Join our panel of hair experts as they cast some light on this issue.
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| Thyroid |
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While training for the Olympic games, track star Gail Devers began to suffer from a number of mysterious symptoms -- weight loss, dry skin, and fatigue, to name a few. She lived with them for years before diagnosed with Graves' Disease, a common cause of hyperthyroidism. Her treatment was effective, but led to another condition -- hypothyroidism -- and a different set of medications. Join Gail Devers as she shares the twists and turns of her story... and her ultimate triumph.
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Hypothyroidism may sound like a rare condition, but in the United States alone it affects up to 1 in every 100 women -- and in other countries the rate is even higher. It occurs when your thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormones, and can lead to symptoms like fatigue, constipation, weight gain and even depression. Join our panel as they outline the causes and symptoms of this condition.
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Hypothyroidism is a common condition among women which involves a drop in the body's thyroid hormone levels. Most treatment strategies involve replenishing the body with a hormone called levothyroxine. How effective is this technique? And how do the various formulations of the drug differ? Join our specialists as they answer these questions and more.
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Hyperthyroidism is a serious hormonal imbalance that most women know little about. It's caused by an overactivity of the thyroid gland, which can lead to symptoms ranging from weight loss to vision problems. Because of its subtle symptoms this condition often goes misdiagnosed. Join our panelists as they discuss the causes, symptoms and tests available that can help diagnose this condition.
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Hypothyroidism is a common condition among women that occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. It can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, depression and irregular menstrual cycles. Fortunately this condition is treatable and can be controlled. Join our specialists as they discuss treatment options.
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Hyperthyroidism is a serious hormonal imbalance that can lead to weight loss, anxiety, diarrhea and other symptoms. Treatments are available, and in most cases they involve attacking the primary cause of hyperthyroidism, which is a syndrome called Graves' disease. Join our experts as they discuss Graves' disease and the various treatment options.
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| Overactive Bladder |
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Urinary incontinence is an embarrassing and frustrating problem that affects millions of adults in the United States. Many think it's just a consequence of aging, but in fact there are a variety of causes that can affect younger adults as well. Tune in as our guests discuss the different types of incontinence and why they occur.
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When people start having the symptoms of urinary incontinence, they're often too embarrassed to talk about it, even with their doctors. But incontinence isn't something you have to live with, and a simple doctor's visit can make a big difference. Join our experts as they discuss the importance of diagnosing incontinence and treating it.
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It's no secret that our bodies change as we age, and some adjustments are unavoidable. But urinary incontinence is one problem older people don't have to live with. Tune in to learn about treatment strategies that can help.
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| Osteoporosis |
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Theoretically, osteoporosis can strike anyone who has bones in their body, which is all of us. But certain people are at a higher risk, and understanding your risk is an important first step in preventing the disease. Join us as we discuss osteoporosis risk factors, and what can be done to prevent its onset.
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Osteoporosis is a disease that affects millions of women and men around the world. But with early detection, the serious consequences of osteoporosis can often be prevented. Join Dr. Joseph Lane and his staff as they take a patient through a bone density test, one of the most effective diagnostic techniques available today.
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The greatest fear among women living with osteoporosis is bone fracture. Hip or spinal fractures can be devastating to the lives of otherwise healthy women. Tune in as we take a close look at the risk of fractures in those with osteoporosis, and what can be done to avoid them.
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The primary goal of osteoporosis treatment is to reduce the risk of fracture. Diet and exercise play an important role in treatment, but it’s important to understand the medical options as well, as there are medications that can greatly reduce the rate of bone loss, and even increase bone density. Join us as we discuss the various treatment options for osteoporosis.
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