The human papillomavirus (HPV) test is better than the traditional Pap test alone as a screening tool for cervical cancer - both in the short and long term, researchers say.

Broken heart syndrome - a temporary heart condition brought on by extreme physical or emotional stress - is far more likely to occur in women than in men.

The pendulum may be swinging back toward the use of supplemental estrogen - in low doses and for short periods of time - to help ease some symptoms of menopause.

Middle-aged women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol may end up in better physical and mental health in old age than women who don't drink.

Although national health guidelines say that some women can safely stretch the time between Pap test to three years, many doctors haven't gotten the message.

The number of women giving birth by cesarean section is at an all-time high, raising concern among doctors.

Not all data on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is negative: A new study says that HRT may help prevent peripheral artery disease (PAD).

Women 30 and older who have normal results on two previous Pap tests can wait three years before their next one.

Motherhood can bring joy, challenges - and perhaps extra pounds.

The FDA is approving heart valves, pacemakers, stents, and other heart-related devices without adequately testing them on women, a new study says.

Women have unique health challenges, and that includes their risk factors for heart disease. So the American Heart Association (AHA) says guidelines for the prevention and treatment of heart disease in women should be unique, as well.

Graying hair, crow's feet, and sagging skin under the eyes - the mirror unkindly reminds you that you're getting older.