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Many women juggle careers, family, relationships, and caregiving—often while putting their own health last. Understanding a few essential facts about conditions and symptoms in the female body can help women take charge of their health at every stage of life. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in

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X-ray the knees of people over 45 and nearly 30 percent will have signs of osteoarthritis. Half of these people will already have pain. This common chronic joint disease can substantially impact quality of life. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health

Microwave ovens are a standard in most kitchens, yet most of us don’t utilize their full range of capabilities. This versatile appliance is an excellent way to cook many nutritious whole foods quickly and easily, with minimal clean-up. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe

Knowing when—and where—to seek medical care is one of the most important skills for protecting your long-term health. From routine preventive visits to managing chronic disease, navigating complex diagnoses, or diagnosing and treating acute conditions, the healthcare provider you choose can shape outcomes, costs, and your overall experience of care. Yet the healthcare landscape can

Products marked “gluten free” are all over markets these days. This is a boon to people with celiac disease and other health problems that require gluten avoidance, but not all gluten-free foods are healthy choices. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes infections of the lungs and respiratory tract. In healthy children and adults, RSV typically causes cold-like symptoms, but this virus can lead to more serious problems, especially in infants and older adults. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to

Plaque buildup in the arteries that supply the heart is a major risk factor for heart attack. Evaluation of data from the PROMISE Trial (Prospective Multicenter Imaging Study for Evaluation of Chest Pain) found that, although women tend to have plaque buildup less often than men, it takes less buildup to cause serious problems than