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Menopause Management: 7 Natural Menopause Treatments That Really Work!

Different treatments for menopausal symptoms, including hormone replacement therapy and low-dose antidepressants, may have negative side effects. So many women look for safe and natural ways to relieve menopause symptoms. Find 7 natural menopause treatments that really work.

Health Care for Women

Prolapsed Bladder: What Is A Prolapse Of The Bladder?

A prolapsed bladder is a bulge of the bladder into the vagina. It is officially called a “cystocele” in medical terms. There are some common causes of cystocele including; childbirth, chronic constipation, obesity, pelvic strain, heavy lifting, or violent coughing. Some women will opt for the use of a pessary device for the prolapse of the bladder. The pessary is a removable device that is inserted into the vagina to aid in the support of the prolapsed area. It is non-invasive and it is often used in lieu of surgery as there are fewer side effects and risks.

Health Care for Women

Stages of Health & Wellness for Women & Steps To Preserve Health

As we progress through our adult life, every stage has its own needs when it comes to health and wellness. What worked in our 20s will not be enough to sustain us into our senior years. As your partner in health and wellness, Health Products For You would like to help you navigate each stage and assist you in achieving optimum wellness throughout the years!

Health Care for Women

Self- Advocacy: How Women Can Advocate For Themselves

Advocating for ourselves, particularly in the realm of health and health care is essential if we are to live a life of wellness and purpose. It is easy to become overwhelmed and sacrifice our power when it comes to being our own health advocate. In our role as nurturers, it is often more comfortable to advocate for another than ourselves.

Breast Cancer

How Can You Best Support Someone Who Has Been Diagnosed With Breast Cancer?

When family or friends receive a breast cancer diagnosis, it’s time to offer support, but what can you do to help someone who is facing this alarming diagnosis? Learn all you need to know to become a helpful ally for your loved one in their battle with breast cancer.

Breast Cancer

New And Emerging Breast Cancer Treatments

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide. Types of breast cancer include ductal carcinoma in situ, invasive ductal carcinoma, invasive lobular carcinoma, inflammatory breast cancer, paget's disease of the nipple, angiosarcoma, and phyllodes tumor. Learn all about new advancements in breast cancer treatment.

Pregnancy Care

How Long Does Postpartum Depression Last?

Postpartum depression is a type of depression that may start after childbirth. Do you worry, how long does postpartum depression last? Learn with HPFY.

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Awareness Month - What You Should Know

Breast cancer awareness month spreads awareness among people about early detection. Learn about the symptoms, risk factors & prevention of breast cancer at HPFY.

Health Care for Women

What Causes Sharp Pain in Breast and How to Treat It?

Sharp pain in breast is quite common, so much so that around 70% of women have experienced shooting pain in their breast at some point or the other in their life. Many times, the pain is not serious and goes away on its own. In contrast to popular belief, pain in the breast alone is not even a typical sign of breast cancer.

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10 Tips For Gestational Diabetes Self Care

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Back Pain

5 Best TENS Unit for Back Pain

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10 Health Benefits of a Humidifier

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Anal Fissures

Anal Fissure Treatment at Home - 5 Things That Can Help!

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Mattress Accessories

7 Best Mattress Pads

A good-quality mattress pad is a thin layer of fabric that is placed on the mattress under a fitted sheet. Find 7 best mattress pads at HPFY. READ MORE.

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