{"id":2076,"date":"2020-03-09T14:28:10","date_gmt":"2020-03-09T06:28:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.sg\/blog\/?p=2076"},"modified":"2023-08-04T17:08:10","modified_gmt":"2023-08-04T09:08:10","slug":"top-5-womens-health-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.sg\/blog\/top-5-womens-health-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 women’s health issues and how to prevent them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Though men and women share some common health risks, women are more at risk of certain illnesses and injuries, as well as specific types of <\/span>female cancers<\/span><\/a>, such as those of the reproductive system and maternal issues. Some of the most common women\u2019s health issues are a result of the fast-paced modern lifestyle, or simply because of women\u2019s body specific build.<\/span><\/p>\n

For the 2020 International Women\u2019s Day, Pacific Prime Singapore wants to remind our readers about the 5 most common women\u2019s health issues, and ways to decrease the chances of their occurrence.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Top 5 women’s health concerns<\/span><\/h2>\n

Yes, women have their own set of health risks, but the good news is that many of the leading threats to women\u2019s health issues are preventable. Find out which conditions to be aware of and what are the things you can do to minimize the risk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Cancer<\/span><\/h3>\n

Specific cancers are among the top health risks women should look out for. The most common women cancers include <\/span>breast cancer<\/span><\/a>, which is currently the most common type of cancer among women in Singapore, and ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What can you do?<\/span><\/h4>\n

Age is one of the main risk factors in breast cancer, it is not the case with the other three. The risk for breast cancer increases with age; most breast cancers are diagnosed after age 50. Regular screenings as well as getting an <\/span>HPV vaccination<\/span><\/a> can help you minimize the risk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Depression<\/span><\/h3>\n

Women are <\/span>more prone to develop depression<\/span><\/a>, and to develop it earlier in life than men. Depression and anxiety can also be more common in women due to the possibility of developing postpartum depression and depression tied to menstruation.<\/span><\/p>\n

What can you do?<\/span><\/h4>\n

Taking care of one\u2019s mental health is important, therefore the best thing you can do if you feel like you\u2019re suffering from depression, is to seek help; both from family and friends, but more importantly, from a professional. Many people in Singapore seek mental help, in fact, in 2019, almost 1\/5th of all <\/a><\/span>healthcare costs were spent on stress-related issues<\/span>. Don\u2019t be ashamed, and get help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Heart disease<\/span><\/h3>\n

Many of you might think men are more prone to health disease, but in reality, this is a very common issue among women too. Being overweight, smoking tobacco, and living a sedentary lifestyle are factors that increase their risk of developing heart disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What you can do?\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Your genetics contribute to your risk of heart disease, however, making healthy choices such as avoiding tobacco, eating a balanced diet, and exercising daily, can help reduce your risk of developing many of the heart-related <\/span>non-communicable diseases<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

4.Fertility issues<\/span><\/h3>\n

One in six couples worldwide has issues conceiving a baby, and that rate is also high in Singapore, making many women ask \u201c<\/span>Why am I not getting pregnant?<\/span><\/a>\u201d. Believe it or not, three out of the five most common fertility issues in Singapore affect women, meaning women trying to conceive must pay special attention to their health.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What can you do?\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Since some fertility issues occur with age, it is best to think about having the first baby before the age of 30. Obesity and other underlying health conditions can also make conceiving harder, so paying attention to your diet, exercising and getting regular health check-ups, and a visit to an Ob-gyn before trying to conceive can help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Autoimmune diseases<\/span><\/h3>\n

Autoimmune diseases are a group of disorders in which the immune system attacks the body and destroys or alters tissues. According to The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA), 75 percent of the people diagnosed with an autoimmune illness, such as <\/span>diabetes<\/span><\/a>, lupus, or multiple sclerosis are women.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is not known what causes the body to turn on itself, but genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors might play a role.<\/span><\/p>\n

What can you do?\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Since symptoms of autoimmune diseases are sometimes hard to describe, the proper diagnosis can be difficult. If you feel like you\u2019re not receiving a proper answer to your symptoms, it is okay to ask for a second, or even third medical opinion to find out what is causing your health to deteriorate.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n