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Doctor explains key things women should be doing to take care of their health at all ages
Read full article: Doctor explains key things women should be doing to take care of their health at all agesKeep notes about your health, ask questions, and talk with your doctor about your health concerns and health risks.
Health task force recommends women get their first mammogram at age 40, not 50 in US
Read full article: Health task force recommends women get their first mammogram at age 40, not 50 in USAn influential United States health task force has reversed a controversial recommendation. They now suggest mammograms begin at age 40. That's ten years earlier than where they used to be.
University of Michigan Health brings breast cancer screening to its Ypsilanti location
Read full article: University of Michigan Health brings breast cancer screening to its Ypsilanti locationU-M Health officials say they hope to expand access to cancer screening and treatment with a new mobile mammography unit in Ypsilanti.
The importance of annual pap smears and the fight against cervical cancer
Read full article: The importance of annual pap smears and the fight against cervical cancerIn years past, women were told to get annual pap smears - the test that looks for abnormal cells from the cervix that could indicate cancer.
University of Michigan to explain abortion access, laws during free online event
Read full article: University of Michigan to explain abortion access, laws during free online eventThe University of Michigan is set to host a free virtual event to inform the general public about the rights one has when it comes to abortion.
Know more: What is an ectopic pregnancy? How it occurs and the dangers it presents
Read full article: Know more: What is an ectopic pregnancy? How it occurs and the dangers it presentsAn ectopic pregnancy is an example of a dangerous health situation, and has been presented as one of many reasons why medical abortions are necessary for pregnant people
University of Michigan establishes task force for abortion access
Read full article: University of Michigan establishes task force for abortion accessThe University of Michigan has created a task force of faculty and students to prepare for a potential abortion ban in the state should Roe v. Wade be overturned.
Celebrating National Womenโs Health Week with Bravoโs Dr. Jackie
Read full article: Celebrating National Womenโs Health Week with Bravoโs Dr. JackieโWomen are natural caregivers.โ That is what โMarried to Medicineโ and OBGYN Dr. Jackie told Tati Amare. This natural caregiving leads many women to neglect their own health. Dr. Jackie is hoping to change that.
Easing the mental load on women: You donโt have to do it all
Read full article: Easing the mental load on women: You donโt have to do it allWith demands at an all-time high, itโs a bigger mental load that is taking a toll. โWomen are often told to do it all and be it all and I, as a therapist, am here to say you donโt have to do it all. โWhat we call the mental load is the invisible responsibility that women often have for making sure that life gets done. Are there any days off coming up?โ So all of the mental load is the invisible pressure on women, as well as the physical, and many times thatโs heavier than the physical burden,โ she said. AdResearch from Michigan State University shows nearly 68% of women say theyโre stressed out right now because of the mental load theyโre carrying as opposed to 58% of men who were surveyed.
Michigan Sen. Gary Peters becomes first sitting senator to share personal abortion experience
Read full article: Michigan Sen. Gary Peters becomes first sitting senator to share personal abortion experienceMichigan Sen. Gary Peters has decided to go public with a very personal story about an abortion he and his wife experienced 30 years ago. Peters became the first sitting senator in history to share his abortion story. His story comes as abortion advocates warn major cases like Roe v. Wade could be under threat should judge Amy Coney Barrett be confirmed to the Supreme Court. Beyond the politics, womenโs health advocates said Peters' coming forward helps moves abortion out of the shadows for the better. Read: Peters vs. James in Michigan US Senate race: Where they stand on 6 big issuesMore: Decision 2020 election coverage