Women's Health Videos
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In honor of International Women's Day, WebMD teamed up with Water.org and singer/songwriter Katie Ferrara to make "On Her Path," a music video about the health challenges faced by millions of women around the world who lack access to safe water and sanitation.
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What are kegels and why they’re important to help strengthen your pelvic floor.
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Get to know the most common symptoms you might experience leading up to menopause.
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After trying several treatments for her endometriosis, Samantha Sanders decided on a different approach and advocated for herself. Now she teaches others to fight the taboo of talking about periods.
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For a frustrating decade, Tracy Dimond pushed through the pain, but her periods only got worse. Finally, with a diagnosis in hand, she explored a variety of treatments.
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Staci Wolfson turned her painful experience, including a misdiagnosis and multiple surgeries, into a blog called "Cramped Style." She helps other women with endometriosis find relief and support.
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How safe are IUDs? Do they protect against STDs? Learn key facts about this birth control option and whether it’s right for you.
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Will tampon use dramatically raise your risk of toxic shock syndrome? Do they expire? Get answers to all your questions about this feminine hygiene product.
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How do symptoms of a broken heart mirror those of a heart attack? Learn more about this condition and how it affects you.
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Pelvic inflammatory disease, or PID, is an infection usually brought on by an STD or bacterial vaginosis. When do symptoms appear, and what’s the most effective treatment?
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Estrogen helps keep your vaginal wall lubricated, so a drop in this hormone can cause dryness.
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It’s normal for your vagina to discharge fluid to get rid of bacteria. But call your doctor if these symptoms arise.
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Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder that gradually destroys your thyroid. Learn who is most at risk and how doctors detect and treat it.
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How can busy moms stick to their New Year's Resolutions?
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Women are more likely to have a stroke than men. And the symptoms and risk factors can be very different.
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Your thyroid does a lot! Get to know this butterfly-shaped gland inside and out.
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Toxic shock syndrome is a rare but potentially deadly disease. Do you know what causes it, what the symptoms are, and how to treat it?
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It’s never too soon for women to check for body changes. What tests should you start with in your early 20s?
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As women, it’s important to know your body and take note of any changes. These might be a sign of something going on.
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UTIs are painful but common. What are some simple habits women can do to avoid one?
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Three out of four women get a vaginal yeast infection at some point. It's super common, and your doctor can help you get rid of it.
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) throws certain hormones out of balance. It's also a common -- and treatable -- cause of infertility.
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This small gland in your neck has a big job. How’s it like a call center? And what’s its connection with iodine?
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Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that does so many jobs.
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You know about tampons and pads, but what else can prepare you for your cycle?
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