If you are a woman in your 20s or older and want to make sure you do not get pregnant at this time, finding the right type of birth control option might be your goal. While there are several different options you could consider, there is one you might not know about. This option is called an IUD, and it stands for intrauterine device. While this can be used as a temporary form of birth control, it is also a great permanent option.

Yeast infections are incredibly common. In fact, as many as three out of every four women will experience one at some point. So why do so many women believe inaccurate myths about yeast infections? It's probably because yeast infections, like other gynecological problems, are often embarrassing and uncomfortable to talk about, even with your doctor. But your health is important, and you shouldn't have to put up with irritating symptoms when you don't have to.

There's nothing worse than the lab technician telling you that he or she has found something unusual on your mammogram results and that they will need to be looked at further. This can send you into a flurry of worry about the fact that you might have breast cancer and how you are going to cope. Here are some tips for keeping your fears under control while you are waiting for the final results of your mammogram.