Study suggests later maternal age for a woman’s last child may indicate greater longevity; experts say late pregnancy brings more risks for the unborn
Women’s Health
Study: Home Hair Color Not Strongly Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Anew study published by BMJ indicates that permanent hair color does not increase risk of most cancers and only slightly
Emotional Abuse: Women Are Often the Target
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant One in four women and one in seven men will be victims of at least one incident of severe physical
Charcoal Masks Cleanse, Tighten Skin
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Activated charcoal masks have become a popular facial treatment, available at many spas in the area. “Professional end charcoal masks
How to Help When Cancer Strikes a Loved One
Four experts weigh in on what to do to help a loved one who just got a cancer diagnosis By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If
Friends, Family Helped Woman Through Breast Cancer
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant For Doreen Fahey of Buffalo, the love and support of her family meant a significant difference while undergoing treatment for
Organizations Help Patients with Support, Guidance
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Receiving a cancer diagnosis is tough. Several area organizations seek to help those affected by providing support. A few of
Why Women Don’t Exercise Enough
Less than half of women exercise enough, says CDC By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Only 49.3% of women over age 18 meet the federal physical
Baby Steps
Retired Oishei pediatric nurse starts her Baby’s Joyful Journey, a business that offers education, support, empowerment to moms-to-be and moms By Julie Halm For
Do’s & Don’ts: Summer Fitness for Women
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Warm, sun-filled days can jumpstart your fitness routine. Try these tips from area experts to make this your fittest summer