The age of one's first period can predict their health in the future. (lastudio87 / Getty Images) For girls, starting their period is inevitable. But the age when a child’s period begins, called ...

The age at which a woman has her first period can offer valuable clues about her long-term risk for conditions like obesity, diabetes, heart disease and reproductive health issues, according to a ...

Your period could be crampin’ your style — and your future health. Girls are reaching puberty faster than previous generations, a phenomenon perplexing researchers. The average age of the start of ...

Are you at risk for heart disease or thyroid cancer? Ask Aunt Flo. Do you remember when you got your first period? If not, think harder because your doctor may soon be asking. In the last year, ...

There's no excuse for being ill-informed about your daughter's health and well-being as a dad. Here are the best ways to ...

According to studies, girls who get their menstrual cycles at a young age are more susceptible to long-term health problems. As a result, one mom is trying to prevent her young daughter’s body from ...

Dr. Kopans answers the question: 'Does My Age At First Period Impact Risk?' — -- Question: Does the age that I first got my menstrual period and its pattern affect my risk for breast cancer?

Eating a healthy diet as a child is linked to girls having their first menstrual period at an older age than those who consumed a less healthy diet, according to a new study. The findings remained ...

Girls who grow up eating a healthier diet than their peers may be less likely to get their first menstrual periods at an earlier age — regardless of height or body mass index — a new study suggests.

For girls, starting their period is inevitable. But the age when a child’s period begins, called menarche, can tell them a little about their health later in life. Menarche that begins “anytime ...