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Research shows that body dissatisfaction is a leading risk factor in the development of an eating disorder. Body Acceptance Week, a new initiative from the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), works to promote body acceptance, including body positivity, body neutrality and body liberation for all, in addition to providing resources, education, and support for those experiencing body dissatisfaction and its associated risk factors.

Regular health checks with your primary care physician and OB/GYN can help identify early signs of illness and potentially life-threatening diseases. Not only will early detection ensure you receive prompt treatment, but it also increases your chances for a positive outcome.

Do you pay enough attention to your blood sugar? Perhaps you've discussed it briefly at your doctor's office but beyond that, you might not be entirely sure why it matters.

October is a time when many are focused on shining a spotlight on breast cancer and working to find a cure. And while you may have heard of the American Cancer Society, you might not be familiar with the ACS Cancer Action Network—the nonpartisan, nonprofit advocacy arm of the ACS, who along with its volunteers, works year-round to make cancer a top priority for policymakers at every level of government.

When it comes to personal wellness, women can often feel like there's simply too much to keep track of. And while there are plenty of obvious areas of our physical health that deserve our attention, there's one aspect that can sometimes get shifted to the backburner: Your pelvic floor.

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