Training for triathlons puts a lot of physical stress on the body. For female triathletes, special issues may arise that are often overlooked.

Awareness of heart disease symptoms and risk factors can save lives. But a recent study showed that some women were lacking this vital knowledge.

Most people in the US consume caffeine on a daily basis. But menopausal women might not know their morning coffee could be making their symptoms worse.

Many women choose to undergo morcellation when they get a hysterectomy, a minimally invasive procedure in which the uterus is divided into pieces and removed. However, for some women, the procedure may come with added risks.

The birth of a new baby, while joyful, can also bring a great deal of stress and anxiety — especially if the child arrived well before the due date.

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome can have a difficult time trying to become pregnant and often take medication to help with fertility. But some medicines may be more effective than others. 

Many factors can affect a woman's decision about birth control methods, and an increased risk for diabetes may be one of them.

Could older residents in certain parts of the country fare better than their peers in other regions? Maybe so, according to the authors of a new study.

There is one procedure that has been part of a woman's routine exam but which may no longer be considered necessary or advisable.

In some cases, vision problems are related to genetics. But for many people, other factors may be behind those vision problems.