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The Ms.Medicine blog is your trusted source for comprehensive women's health information. We’ll cover a wide range of topics including general health, wellness, lifestyle, nutrition, and women's specific health concerns. With evidence-based articles and practical advice, we aim to empower women to make informed decisions about their health and well-being at every stage of life.
Menopause and Bone Loss: Understanding the Link
Estrogen plays a vital role in bone strength—so when it declines during menopause, bone loss accelerates. Learn how to recognize risk, support your bones, and stay strong through midlife and beyond.
New! Bone Health Risk Assessment – Are Your Bones at Risk?
Bone loss is silent—but serious. Our new Bone Health Risk Assessment helps women identify early risk factors for osteoporosis and create personalized prevention plans before fractures occur.
Signs Your Bones May Be Getting Weaker—and What to Do About It
Osteoporosis doesn’t always start with a fracture. Discover 5 early warning signs your bones may be weakening—and how our Bone Health Risk Assessment helps prevent injury.
Why Bone Health Should Be a Core Part of Women’s Preventive Care
Bone loss can begin earlier than you think. Learn why assessing bone health in your 40s and 50s is key to prevention—and how Ms.Medicine helps women stay strong for life.
The Healing Power of Hobbies: Why Women Need Play, Too
Hobbies aren’t a luxury—they’re medicine. Discover how creative play lowers stress, improves mood, and helps women reconnect with joy, identity, and wellbeing.
After the Diagnosis: Supporting Women Cancer Survivors
Life after cancer looks different—for your body, mind, and identity. At Ms.Medicine, we provide the comprehensive care women need to move beyond survival and into strength, healing, and wholeness.
Women in the Wild: The Mental Health Benefits of Time Outside
Time in nature offers more than fresh air—it’s a powerful mental health tool. From lowering stress to restoring clarity, outdoor movement helps women reconnect with their bodies and themselves.
In Your 70s and Beyond: Stay Engaged. Stay Strong. Stay You.
Your 70s are not about slowing down—they’re about living with clarity and intention. From smart screenings and medication reviews to cognitive wellness and aging in place, this guide helps women stay strong, supported, and purpose-driven well into their next chapter.
In Your 60s: Prioritize Strength, Independence, and Joy
Your 60s are a time of renewal, not retreat. From building strength and protecting cognitive health to staying on top of screenings and rediscovering joy, this guide helps women embrace aging with intention, clarity, and vitality.
In Your 50s: Redefine Wellness for the Life You’re Living Now
The 50s are a powerful reset point for women’s health. From menopause and hormone therapy to bone density, brain health, and preventive screenings, this guide covers everything you need to navigate midlife with strength, clarity, and purpose.
In Your 40s: Build Strength Through Life’s Shifts
Your 40s are a powerful decade of change—and opportunity. From hormonal shifts and heart health to strength training and mental clarity, this guide offers the essential tools, screenings, and insights every woman needs to thrive in midlife.
Thriving in Your 30s: Essential Preventive Care and Screenings Every Woman Should Know
Your 30s are a powerful decade for preventive care. With key screenings, stress management, and personalized reproductive support, this is the time to prioritize your health and build habits that last. Learn what every woman should know—and do—to thrive through her 30s and beyond.
From Nutrition to Mental Health: Essential Wellness Tips for Women in Their 20s
Your 20s are the perfect time to build lifelong habits that support your physical, emotional, and reproductive health. From smart nutrition and mental well-being to preventive care and contraception, here’s what women need to know to thrive now—and in the decades ahead.
Managing Arthritis in Midlife: What Every Woman Over 40 Should Know
Joint pain in your 40s or 50s? It could be arthritis. Learn how hormonal shifts contribute to joint issues—and how Ms.Medicine supports midlife women with personalized strategies for movement, pain relief, and long-term joint health.
When Tired Is a Medical Condition: Recognizing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in Women
Persistent fatigue isn’t always “just stress.” Learn how Chronic Fatigue Syndrome affects women, why it’s so often misdiagnosed, and how personalized, compassionate care can make all the difference.
ReproductiveRights.gov Disappeared—We’ve Got the Information You Need
The removal of ReproductiveRights.gov has left many without a government-provided guide to their reproductive health rights. Created initially after Roe v. Wade was overturned, the site provided crucial information on abortion access, birth control, and emergency care. Here’s what you need to know about its disappearance and what it means for women’s health.
Embrace a Joyful Winter: Overcoming the January Blues
Combat winter depression and embrace mental wellness with our guide to beating the January blues. Discover empowering strategies like journaling, mindfulness, and savoring life’s small joys to cultivate positivity and start the new year on a brighter note.
The Ultimate Winter Wellness Guide: Nutrition, Sleep, and More for Immune Health
As cold and flu season approaches, maintaining a strong immune system becomes essential. This comprehensive guide explores key aspects of winter wellness, from nutrition and hydration to quality sleep and vaccination. Learn practical strategies to boost your immunity and protect your health during the challenging winter months.
Cold Weather Heart Care: Why Women's Heart Health Matters More in Winter
Cold weather can significantly impact women's heart health, with heart attacks being more common during winter months. As temperatures drop, the body works harder to maintain core temperature, leading to increased heart rate and blood pressure. Learn essential prevention strategies and practical tips to protect your heart health during the cold season.
The Hidden Dangers in Your Tampons: What You Need to Know About Toxic Metal Contamination
In an age where we are increasingly conscious of the ingredients in our personal care products, a recent study has uncovered a concerning revelation - many popular tampon brands may contain traces of toxic metals. This discovery has left many menstruating individuals questioning the safety and integrity of one of the most commonly used feminine hygiene products. As we delve deeper into this issue, it's crucial to understand the implications, the potential health risks, and what steps can be taken to address this pressing concern. Let’s explore the hidden dangers in your tampons and what you need to know about toxic metal contamination, empowering you to make informed decisions for your health and well-being.