This section contains a wide range of educational articles, calculators, quizzes and risk assessments for middle-aged women. To find a specific topic quickly and easily, use the search function at the top of the page. Just type in the name of the topic you are interested in and explore the results.
Effects of Stroke
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesWhen an area of the brain is damaged, which typically occurs with a stroke, an impairment may result. An impairment is the loss of normal function of part of the body. Sometimes, an impairment may result in a disability, or inability to perform an activity in a normal way.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesSeasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression. It happens during certain seasons of the year, most often fall or winter. Here’s what you need to know.
Heart Attack
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesA heart attack happens when the blood supply is cut off from the heart muscle, usually because of a blood clot. Without blood and oxygen, the muscle cells are damaged and die.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesWomen suffer more frequent and severe symptoms from STDs. Some STDs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease, which can lead to both infertility and ectopic pregnancy.
The Immune System
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesThe immune system works to keep germs out of the body and destroy any that get in. It is made up of a complex network of cells and organs.