40 years ago, cervical cancer was the leading cause of cancer death in American women. Since then, the number of deaths has significantly decreased due to increased awareness of the symptoms and testing methods for this disease.
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New Year Diet Exercise Tips
With the new year usually comes new goals of becoming the healthiest version of yourself. Here are a few tips to help get you started on the right foot with your goals.
How Do I Know if I Have Uterine Fibroids?
Uterine fibroids are a much more common issue than you might think. According to the National Institutes of Health, one study found that between 80 and 90 percent of African American women and 70 percent of Caucasian women will develop fibroids before the age of 50.
4 Essential Medical Exams for Women
As women, we face unique health challenges. In order to maintain long-term health, prevention and early detection of medical conditions and diseases is key.
Flu Shots for 2016/17 – What has Changed?
It’s the beginning of flu season, and in order to avoid a high fever, severe aches and a nasty cough, a flu shot could help patients lessen their symptoms or avoid them all together.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
While most people are aware that breast cancer is an issue, many still don’t take the necessary steps to detect the disease in its early stages.
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
While ovarian cancer is only the ninth most common cancer in women, it is the leading cause of death for cancers of the female reproductive system.
Breastfeeding Month
During August, organizations around the world spread awareness about breastfeeding and how it can benefit babies in all communities. Across the world,
Group B Strep and Pregnancy
In an effort to raise awareness about Group B Streptococcus (GBS), July has been made Group B Strep awareness month.
Questions to Ask Yourself Before Considering Getting Pregnant
I’m sure someone has told you “You’re never completely ready to have a baby.” However there are some questions that you can answer ahead of time to ensure you’re as prepared as possible.