Women's health 18-39

Do you drink too much?

Find out how much a unit is, the recommended limit for women and whether your drinking is harming your health.

Hormone headaches

Hormone headaches affect more than 5 million women a month. Practical advice on how to prevent them.

Why am I tired all the time?

Feeling exhausted is so common that it has its own acronym, TATT, which stands for ‘tired all the time’.

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Periods: do I need a doctor?

Menstrual changes that need a check-up, such as bleeding between periods, after sex or after the menopause.

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Top 10 diets review

Find a weight loss plan that’s right for you with our review of the 10 most searched-for commercial diets.

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Sexual health Q&A;

Sex doctor Anne Edwards answers questions on emergency contraception, chlamydia and HIV.

'I quit smoking for my son'

The health risks of smoking, and why one mum from London quit after 26 years.

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5 A DAY on the run

Juggling a hectic work schedule and a busy social life? Here are some easy ways to fit in 5 A DAY.

Abortion: where to go

Practical advice if you're pregnant and considering having an abortion, with links to useful organisations.

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The energy diet

Tips on what to eat (and drink) if you want to banish tiredness and feel full of energy.

Women and hair loss: coping tips

Losing your crowning glory can be a particularly cruel blow for women. But there are ways to cope.

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Endometriosis: Michelle's story

Mum-of-two Michelle Middleton talks about her symptoms and treatment of endometriosis.

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'Cystic fibrosis won't stop me singing'

22-year-old cystic fibrosis sufferer, Bianca Nicholas, has launched a successful singing career in spite of her illness

10 ways to stop leaks

Try these simple methods to improve or get rid of the symptoms of bowel and bladder weakness.

Top 10 stress-busters

Stress-beating tips that really help, including being more active and taking time for yourself.

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'How I quit smoking'

Justine Speller, a gardener from London, quit cigarettes with the help of an NHS stop-smoking group.

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Celebrity quick and healthy meals

Emma Bunton, Nadine Coyle, Myleene Klass and Dannii Minogue share their favourite, healthy recipes.

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Do-it-yourself therapy

NHS-approved self-help therapy, including books, online courses, and phone and email counselling.

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Video: cycling tips

An exercise adviser talks about the health benefits of cycling, and cyclists share tips on road safety.