Women's Health Videos

Do you need to test every year? Does an HPV test detect the same things as a pap test? Here's what you need to know.

Mammograms help detect breast cancer sooner, but there's a lot of misinformation about this screening that keeps women from getting one.

In honor of International Women's Day, WebMD teamed up with Water.org and singer/songwriter Katie Ferrara to make "On Her Path," a music video about the health challenges faced by millions of women around the world who lack access to safe water and sanitation.

What are kegels and why they’re important to help strengthen your pelvic floor.

Get to know the most common symptoms you might experience leading up to menopause.

Staci Wolfson turned her painful experience, including a misdiagnosis and multiple surgeries, into a blog called "Cramped Style." She helps other women with endometriosis find relief and support.

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After trying several treatments for her endometriosis, Samantha Sanders decided on a different approach and advocated for herself. Now she teaches others to fight the taboo of talking about periods.

How safe are IUDs? Do they protect against STDs? Learn key facts about this birth control option and whether it’s right for you.

Will tampon use dramatically raise your risk of toxic shock syndrome? Do they expire? Get answers to all your questions about this feminine hygiene product.

How do symptoms of a broken heart mirror those of a heart attack? Learn more about this condition and how it affects you.

Pelvic inflammatory disease, or PID, is an infection usually brought on by an STD or bacterial vaginosis. When do symptoms appear, and what’s the most effective treatment?

Estrogen helps keep your vaginal wall lubricated, so a drop in this hormone can cause dryness.

It’s normal for your vagina to discharge fluid to get rid of bacteria. But call your doctor if these symptoms arise.

Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder that gradually destroys your thyroid. Learn who is most at risk and how doctors detect and treat it.

How can busy moms stick to their New Year's Resolutions?

Women are more likely to have a stroke than men. And the symptoms and risk factors can be very different.

Your thyroid does a lot! Get to know this butterfly-shaped gland inside and out.

Toxic shock syndrome is a rare but potentially deadly disease. Do you know what causes it, what the symptoms are, and how to treat it?

It’s never too soon for women to check for body changes. What tests should you start with in your early 20s?

As women, it’s important to know your body and take note of any changes. These might be a sign of something going on.

UTIs are painful but common. What are some simple habits women can do to avoid one?

Three out of four women get a vaginal yeast infection at some point. It's super common, and your doctor can help you get rid of it.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) throws certain hormones out of balance. It's also a common -- and treatable -- cause of infertility.

This small gland in your neck has a big job. How’s it like a call center? And what’s its connection with iodine?

Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that does so many jobs.

You know about tampons and pads, but what else can prepare you for your cycle?

The bacteria that usually cause UTIs are starting to resist drugs. What should you do when it doesn’t get better?

Get to know your breasts, and tell your doctor about any of these changes.

What can the shape, size and color of your nipples tell you about your health? Watch to find out what's normal and what's not.

See the latest health trackers you can wear, and take a peek into what's ahead.

Millennials have been raised with more information than any generation before them, but does that make them more healthy?

Is laughter really the best medicine for stress and pain?

What part does your brain play in peeing?

Doctors find it harder and harder to treat UTIs with antibiotics. Here’s what you can do to avoid the infection altogether.

Your most embarrassing questions answered. Could you really be allergic to semen? Or is it more likely the latex condom or an infection?

Your most embarrassing questions answered. Can things like condoms, tampons, and piercings get stuck up in your vagina?

Learn how to avoid problems related to your thyroid.

Your yearly doctor’s visit may not be as important as you think.

Are the benefits of pelvic exams worth the discomfort and distress?

Laura Corio, MD, talks about the safety concerns surrounding hormone replacement therapy.

Gender medicine specialist Marianne Legato, MD, discusses how women are still receiving care created specifically for men.

Gender medicine specialist Marianne Legato, MD, discusses how stress can lead to illness in both sexes.

From how we argue to how we remember, our gender affects our relationships, says gender specialist Marianne Legato, MD.

Gender medicine specialist Marianne Legato, MD, discusses how emotional stress can be extremely dangerous to women.

Gender medicine specialist Marianne Legato, MD, discusses common mistakes women make about their health.