Category Archive for Women’s Health
Bone Density Test
March 10, 2022 1:45 pm
What Is a Bone Density Test? Bone density tests are painless, low-dose X-rays that determine the strength of your bones by measuring calcium and other minerals.... View Article
Tubal Ligation Procedures
February 3, 2022 12:49 pm
Any type of birth control you use has potential drawbacks. Maybe there are side effects you don’t like, or maybe you find your current method inconvenient.... View Article
Understanding the Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
February 1, 2022 12:57 pm
With regular Pap tests, doctors can detect abnormal cells before they turn into cervical cancer. Precancerous cells are often called low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions,... View Article
Does Not Having Kids Cause Health Issues in Women?
January 4, 2022 2:04 pm
Having a child is an impactful life event. In addition to the schedule changes and expenses associated with raising a child,... View Article
How to Find an OB-GYN Who Is Right for You
December 23, 2021 10:33 am
Finding an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) or women’s health provider who meets all your needs can be a challenge. Whether you are planning to have a baby,... View Article
The Difference Between Osteopenia And Osteoporosis
May 11, 2021 6:02 pm
How are your bones? Do you know? We are naturally concerned about our blood pressure and possible cancer symptoms, but how often do you consider your bone strength.... View Article
What You Should Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine and Mammograms
April 5, 2021 10:49 am
Could getting your COVID-19 vaccine affect the results of your mammogram? Maybe. A common side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine is swollen lymph nodes under the arm on the same side as the vaccine injection.... View Article
The Importance Of Screening And Early Detection
December 8, 2020 1:59 pm
It may feel like we are losing control of many important things lately, but one thing we can be proactive about is our health and staying healthy.... View Article
The Importance Of Regular Breast Self Examinations
September 3, 2020 3:26 pm
It’s difficult to overemphasize the importance of regular breast self examinations when one in eight women will receive a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime.... View Article
Help Your Heart with a Few Extra Hours of Sleep Each Day
February 4, 2019 10:49 am
It should be no surprise to anyone that 50 – 70 million Americans don’t get the restorative sleep they need. Just note the number of advertisements for mattresses,... View Article
