Women
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Breast cancer risk up for women that work late nights
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Working late nights may lead to an increase risk of breast cancer in women, a new French study finds.
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Eating disorders affect older women too, study shows
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It has often been associated with younger women: eating disorders.
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President Obama stresses economic importance of women
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President Barack Obama on Friday stressed that women should not be overlooked as a driving force of the economy.
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Women in military face battles on, off the front lines
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More than 1,700 military women came together for support, encouragement and to talk about the battles on and off the front lines they face.
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Women's support of Obama is growing, poll shows
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According to a new Associated Press-GfK poll released Tuesday, U.S. President Barack Obama's standing with female voters is strengthening.
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Women have different symptoms for heart attacks, study says
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The classic sign of a heart attack is crushing chest pain, but the study finds women--especially younger women--can have very different symptoms.
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Meryl Streep, other stars push for a National Women's History Museum
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One woman is on a crusade to open a National Women's History Museum in Washington and has gotten some star-studded support, including acting legend Meryl Streep.
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Study shows rise in violence against women
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A federal study shows there has been a significant spike in violent and sexual attacks against women by an intimate partner.
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Birth control pill recall affects several brands
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Multiple lots of birth-control pills are being recalled because of a packaging error that could lead to unintended pregnancies.
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Birth control to be covered without copays
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Under new regulations issued Monday, a range of health services for women will be covered as prevention.
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Women's World Cup viewings in D.C., Arlington, Alexandria, and Maryland (guide)
By now, the Women's World Cup bandwagon is so packed that if you want to get on, you'll have to hang on for dear life. We'll tell you where to find a bar stool for Sunday's big game.
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Ali Krieger scores goal that seals U.S. soccer win
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The Americans advanced to the semifinals with one of the most riveting victories in the history of the World Cup. One key player in the victory hails from Northern Virginia.
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Study says anti-depressants during pregnancy may increase autism risk
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A preliminary study draws a link between the most widely prescribed anti-depressants and an increased risk of autism in children.
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Union criticizes new policy for pregnant D.C. firefighters
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The department changed its policy for pregnant female firefighters Thursday, tripling the amount of time the women can go on light duty before they have to start using their sick leave.
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Swedish study shows dramatic results from regular mammograms
CommentA Swedish study showed that if screened regularly, 30 percent fewer women would die of breast cancer.
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Lanier, union clash over breastfeeding rooms
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D.C. Police Chief Cathy Lanier continues to defend her position that she has gone 'above and beyond' in her efforts to facilitate police officers who breastfeed on the job.
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Swedish mother, daughter hope for uterus transplant
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One mother and daughter hope to the the first women to undergo a successful uterus transplant surgery.
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Women protest Saudi driving ban
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In Saudi Arabia, women are forbidden from driving cars. The law drew a creative protest in front of the Saudi embassy Wednesday.
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