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3 Essential UTI Questions You Should Ask

If your urinary tract infection symptoms are especially troublesome or frequent, you should ask yourself these questions to avoid further complications.

9 Reasons To Schedule Your Colonoscopy Today - Virtua Health, NJ

10 Reasons to Schedule Your Colonoscopy Today

About 1 in 3 Americans who should be tested for colorectal cancer have never been screened. Here are 10 reasons why you should probably schedule your colonoscopy today.

5 Things You’re Too Embarrassed to Tell Your OB/GYN

Here are five common concerns you should share with your doctor, even if confronting those awkward issues make you blush.

A Warning to Women About Strokes

Women have increased risk of stroke compared to men due to unique risk factors. Awareness, action, and prevention can help women of all ages avoid stroke.

Life-Saving Advice About Women and Heart Disease

Heart-Disease Symptoms in Women

Heart disease kills more women than cancer. A Virtua cardiologist explains how women can prevent and control heart disease by understanding risk factors.

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Heed Your Body's Warning Signals

Learn about the 5 most-ignored body parts that are actually important to your health.

10 Quick Ways to De-Stress

When stress strikes, learn how to reduce the surge of adrenaline in your body and calm yourself quickly with these 10 tips.

Heart-Healthy Recipe: Mediterranean Shrimp Salad

Eating smart doesn’t mean eating bland food. This tasty recipe is packed with bold flavor, AND it’s low in fat.

5 Ways to Stop Night Sweats and End Sleepless Nights

The inability to sleep may be the worst menopause symptom—impairing your attention and concentration and putting you at risk for heart disease and more. Here's what you can do.

Banish Flabby Arms

Our fitness expert shares the one move that will tone your triceps and help you get rid of those flabby arms.

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3 Bad Habits Sapping Your Beauty

You may be damaging your skin and not even realize it. A Virtua dermatologist explains why some bad habits should definitely be broken.

Smart Exercise Advice for Women 40+

As you get a little older, it's best to change up your exercise routine to meet your body's changing needs.

Pros and Cons of Milk Alternatives

Should you switch to (or stick with) a plant-based milk? Find out the pros and cons so you can make an educated decision for you and your family.

Are You Concerned About How Much or How Often You're Drinking?

If you've been drinking more or more often—or drinking to cope with stress—you could have an issue with problem drinking. Answer these 4 questions to assess your risk.

Could Heartburn or Gallstones be Causing You Pain after Eating?

When the digestive system isn’t working well, issues can arise after you eat that cause pain and discomfort. Could heartburn or gallstones be causing your symptoms?