HIV Poses a Greater Risk to Women's Hearts
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Did you know that HIV-related heart disease is one of the leading causes of death among people who have HIV? This is the case even if these people are consistent with their HIV treatments. Men living with HIV are 1.5 times more likely to have a heart attack than HIV-negative men and for women this risk doubles.
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Reasons You May Need to Get Pap Smears More Frequently
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If you're older than 21, you should be getting regular pap smears. Typically a healthy woman between the ages of 21 and 29 should get a pap smear every three years, and women between the ages of 30 and 64 should get one every five years. Women over 65 however, should ask their doctors if they should continue getting pap smears.
Depending on their family and health history some women may need pap smears more frequently if:
- You have a weakened immune system due to chemotherapy, an organ transplant, or steroid use
- You are HIV-positive
- Your mother was exposed to DES (diethylstilbestrol) while pregnant
- You've had cervical cancer in the past
- You've had abnormal pap results in the past
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A Great Plank Workout for the Butt and Core
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If you are looking to get a toned core and butt, this choreographed plank workout is a perfect one to do at home. This exercise involves maintaining a plank position and doing choreographed moves that will help to tone your entire body. To learn how to do this exercise keep reading.
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When You Should Start Getting Mammograms
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Mammograms are an essential part of preventative care for women and screen for early signs of cancer. Many women are unsure of how early they should start getting them. Women should start getting screened for breast cancer from ages 40-44 and get annual screenings from ages 45-54 and every other year after age 55.
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Surprising Reasons You're Getting Wrinkles
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As you get older, you will notice the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on your forehead and near your eyes and mouth. Some easy ways to try and prevent wrinkles and fine lines from forming include applying antioxidant serum in the trouble areas, wearing sunscreen daily, moisturizing and washing your face thoroughly each night before bed.
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