These facts are rampant in the women's health industry. Here are some of the top myths and the facts you should know.

1. Presentation by Dr. Lori Gore-Green
4 MYTHS
ABOUT
WOMEN'S
HEALTH

2. Women’s health has been surrounded by confounding myths since
the field’s beginnings. Misinformation about women’s health and
many aspects that affect a woman’s health can be found nearly
anywhere.
While women have access to a wealth of knowledge regarding
their health, it’s important to wade through the information
available and ensure you have the correct information to make
informed decisions based on the truth.
Below are a few of the most common myths and a few facts to
help you towards the reality behind them.

3. MYTH: BREAST CANCER IS THE
LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH
AMONG WOMEN
It seems that a woman’s biggest health fear is
breast cancer, however more women die each
year from cardiovascular diseases than all
cancers combined. While breast cancer isn’t the
leading cause of death in women, it is essential
to remain vigilant and perform regular exams
and visit a physician.

4. MYTH: OSTEOPOROSIS PREVENTION
SHOULD BEGIN DURING MENOPAUSE
Bone loss increases significantly during menopause, but
women should take precautions far sooner.
Adopting a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D as soon as
possible will ensure your bones are as healthy and
strong as possible before you reach menopause.
Performing weight-bearing exercises such as resistance
training, bicycling, sports, and more help increase
skeletal health as well.

5. MYTH: A NURSING MOTHER CANNOT
BECOME PREGNANT
Breastfeeding only delays ovulation. Each woman is
different and will therefore begin to ovulate at different
times.
Most women do not ovulate in the early months of
breastfeeding and may begin ovulating in later months.
If you do not wish to become pregnant again at that
time, consult your doctor about using birth control again
or practice safe sex.

6. MYTH: YOU CAN CONTRACT AN STD
FROM TOILET SEATS
This myth has been around for ages. STDs are
transmitted through sexual contact which includes skin-
to-skin contact or the exchange of bodily fluids.
Most of the bacteria or viruses that cause STDs cannot
survive outside of the body for long, so it would be
nearly impossible for a woman to contract a STD in this
manner.