Cervical Cancer Could All But Disappear in North America by 2040

MONDAY, Feb. 3, 2020 -- Vaccination and screening could nearly wipe out cervical cancer in North America in the next 20 years and rid the world of the disease within the next century, researchers say.

In a new study, the researchers assessed the potential impacts of the World Health Organization's (WHO) draft strategy for cervical cancer elimination, which calls for 90% of girls to be vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV) by 2030.

2 in 3 Women Unhappy With Their Breast Size. Could That Harm Their Health?

THURSDAY, Feb. 6, 2020 -- Most women won't be surprised by this finding: Less than one-third of women worldwide are satisfied with the size of their breasts.

But a new study suggests that what many women may not realize is their dissatisfaction could have implications for their health.

AHA News: Being an African American 'Superwoman' Might Come With a Price

TUESDAY, Feb. 11, 2020 (American Heart Association News) -- The image of the strong African American woman – resilient, driven to succeed, devoted to those around her – is rooted in generations of history. Many women see it as a proud legacy that helps shield them from the insults of entrenched discrimination.

But health-wise, that shield might be a double-edged sword.

New Year's Resolutions Didn't Stick? Try a Monday Reset

FRIDAY, Jan. 3, 2020 -- You made your resolution -- this year was finally going to be the year you lost weight. But then your neighbor stopped by with a plate of cookies, and well, your resolve didn't even last a day. Maybe next year?

But instead of looking at your resolutions as a sweeping year-long project, what if you concentrated on making healthy changes every Monday? That way, if you slip up and dive into that pile of cookies, another chance to get it right is just a few days away.

Large Study Shows No Strong Link Between Baby Powder, Ovarian Cancer

TUESDAY, Jan. 7, 2020 -- There's been a longstanding debate -- and a slew of lawsuits -- over whether baby powder containing talc plays any role in the development of some cancers.

A large new study isn't likely to settle the controversy any time soon.

Many Girls, Young Women Getting Unnecessary Pelvic Exams

MONDAY, Jan. 6, 2020 -- Many American teen girls and young women under the age of 21 are undergoing pelvic exams and Pap tests they just don't need, a new study finds.

"Parents of adolescents and young women should be aware that cervical cancer screening is not recommended routinely in this age group," said study senior researcher Dr. George Sawaya. He is professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the University of California, San Francisco.