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February 2007 »

Winter has a chilling effect on your skin
-- Feb. 26, 2007 --
Winter's elements strip your face of moisture and can cause problems such as dryness and cracking that can detract from your appearance, despite the great outfit you might be wearing.

New heart Guidelines for Women Stress Aspirin
-- Feb. 19, 2007 --
Virtually all women are at risk of heart disease and doctors should more strongly consider prescribing a daily aspirin for their female patients, the American Heart Association said in new guidelines released on Monday.

U.S. Approves First Non-Prescription Diet Pill
-- Feb. 10, 2007 --
The first U.S. non-prescription weight loss pill was approved this week by U.S. health officials. The drug, whose generic name is orlistat, was approved for prescription use in cases of obesity by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1999.

Study: New Passion Pill Increases Sexual Desire In Women
-- Feb. 1, 2007 --
A new health condition about which we don't often hear is young women losing interest in sex. The condition is called Hypo-active Sexual Desire Disorder, or HSDD, and local doctors are testing a medication to treat it.

Managing Early-Onset Menopause
-- Feb. 1, 2007 --
Menopause, which marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years, usually occurs around age 50 or 51. But for various reasons, some women experience early menopause. Early menopause can be an emotional blow and can increase the risk of health...