Women
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Violence against women has remained at declined rate in recent years
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The Justice Department says the rate of sexual violence against women and girls age 12 or older fell 64 percent in a decade and has remained stable for five years.
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Breast cancer rates in young women rising, American Medical Association says
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A new study is suggesting that there is a rise in the number of young American women diagnosed with advanced, incurable breast cancer.
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Daniela Donovan, young mom with pacemaker
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As ABC7 observes American Heart Month, we bring you the story of a young Virginia woman who has heart disease. Doctors say it's so bad that her heart resembles one of a person that's more than double her age. However, she's not letting it get her down.
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D.C. tops the list of best-paying cities for women: Report
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Women looking to earn big bucks should head to the nation's capital.
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Women combat roles change as Leon Panetta lifts ban
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Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, in lifting a ban on women serving in combat, said that not all women will be able to meet the qualifications to be a combat soldier. "But everyone is entitled to a chance," he said.
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The mission of Final Salute
CommentWith so many troops returning from war, their challenges are growing, especially for women. Julie Miner, co-founder of "Rants from Mommyland" and Denyse Gordon, Ms. Veteran America 2012, talked to Katherine about Final Salute, which helps homeless female veterans.
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Vietnamese cappuccinos free for women that meet height requirement
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Tall cappuccinos are stirring controversy in Vietnam after an Australian coffee company offered free drinks to women who meet a height requirement.
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Maintaining inner and outer beauty
CommentHolli Thompson, a certified Holistic Health Coach, came on the show to tell us how we can maintain our inner and outer beauty as we age.
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Nepali TDM Design: empowering women in Nepal
CommentMichelle Baldwin of Nepali TDM Design came on the show today to talk about how her company helps empower women in Nepal.
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Traits women find attractive in men
CommentMix 107.3's Chilli Amar stopped by to talk about traits that make men irresistable to women.
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D.C. arm wrestling team: Strong-arming for a cause
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A group of local women are muscling their way into a world of costumes and entourages as members of the D.C. lady’s arm wrestling team.
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Report: Most women need Paps every 3 or 5 years
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Most women can wait three to five years between checks for cervical cancer, depending on their age and test choice, say guidelines issued Monday.
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Arlington National Cemetery ceremony, march honors fallen military women
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Organizers say the ceremony begins Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Women in Military Service for America Memorial to mark its 15th anniversary. Every five years, they gather at the memorial to honor those who served.
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"Lipstick & Liquor"
Comment"Lipstick and Liquor" explores the secret world of women alcoholics in the suburbs. Emmy award-winning producer and writer Lori Butterfield and Psychotherapist Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith joined Melanie now to talk about this epidemic.
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Why women have a hard time saying "no"
CommentClinical psychologist Dr. Andrea Bonior sat down with Natasha and Melanie to talk about why it's harder for women to say "no" than men.
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Presidential poll, women voters even on candidates
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First Lady Michelle Obama rallied in Leesburg Tuesday in an effort to inspire female voters. The rally comes as new poll numbers show that President Obama and Mitt Romney are dead even with women voters.
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Women in construction: Nailing a male-dominated industry
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During eight weeks of instruction, the women became certified to work on construction sites, as well as manage job safety and perform first aid.
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Melanoma on the rise in young women; found on scalp
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New research shows that melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, is being diagnosed at a rapid rate among young women in their 20s. But often times it’s hidden in unusual places that typically go unnoticed.
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