Depression Raises Stroke Risk in Younger Women

While depression is known to increase the risk for stroke, a new study suggests the link is even greater in younger women. Researchers in Australia studied over 10,000 women with an average age of 52, with no history of stroke. They found that about 24% were depressed...

Women May Benefit Less From Statins

Statins have been found to reduce the risk for recurring cardiac problems, but not the risk of death in many studies.  A new report which appears in the Archives of Internal Medicine reveals that statins may reduce mortality significantly in men, but not in women....

Stress and Women

A recent study led by the Mayo Clinic, and life insurer, Aviva USA reported that 3 out of 4 women studied were somewhat, very or extremely stressed. The researchers looked at the relationship between a woman’s financial situation, stress and overall health....

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