Common Health Concerns

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Women's Health

Find common health concerns, screening procedures, and more topics for Women’s Health.

• Cluster Headaches are severe, one-sided headaches that happen in groups, or “clusters.” Learn more about managing cluster headaches.
• Managing Stress - Everyone experiences stress at times. Find information on how you can take charge and manage stress well.
• Feeling Depressed - Depression is a common health concern. Find out more about depression symptoms and causes that can increase a person's risk.
• Menopause and Perimenopause - Learn more about the changes that can occur during perimenopause and menopause, and what you can do to cope and manage these well.
• Women and Coronary Artery Disease - Heart disease is the most common cause of death for women. Learn more about what causes heart disease and what you can do to manage it.
• Osteoporosis - Although osteoporosis can affect women at any time in their lives, there are many ways to help prevent or slow down this disease.
• Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infections - Learn more about sexually transmitted infections, the risks of these infections, and how to prevent them.
• Emergency Contraception Pills (ECPs) - Emergency contraception pills can stop you from becoming pregnant after having sex. However, they must be taken as soon as possible. Learn about which pills work, where you can get them, and how to use them properly.
• Pregnancy - Find information on planning a pregnancy and steps you can take to make your pregnancy as healthy as possible.
• Pregnancy-Related Problems - Learn about common problems and serious symptoms, and healthy lifestyle choices you can make before, during, and after your pregnancy.
• Breastfeeding - Breast milk is the only food or drink your baby needs for the first six months. Learn the benefits that breastfeeding can provide to you and your baby, and find answers to your breastfeeding questions.
• Breast Problems - Learn about breast problems, symptoms to look out for, and how to prevent them.
• Mammography - A mammogram can help screen for breast cancer. Learn about this useful test here.
• ImmunizeBC - Immunization can save lives. Learn more about common vaccines, who should get them, and why it is so important to get all of your shots on time.

More Information

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