March is Endometriosis Awareness month – a good time to learn more about a disease that affects nearly 176 million women worldwide.
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What you should know about the Zika Virus
While only about 20% of people with the Zika virus experience symptoms, the greater concern about contracting the virus has been the potential link to birth defects. Continue reading “What you should know about the Zika Virus”
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month!
Cervical Cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer, yet over 12,000 women in the US are diagnosed with it each year.
Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections and is found in about 99% of cervical cancers. While almost 90% of HPV infections resolve on their own within 2 years, high-risk types of HPV may cause cervical cancer.
Regular PAP screenings and HPV tests can help to diagnose pre-cancerous cell changes early and possibly prevent cervical cancer. Continue reading “January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month!”
What Do I Need to Know About My Heavy Flow
While menstrual flow can vary from person to person, there can be a lot of reasons behind a heavy menstrual flow. 
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Should I Get a Hysterectomy for Chronic Pelvic Pain?
If you have pelvic pain that occurs for more than two weeks a month and has been there for more than six months, you might be suffering from Chronic Pelvic Pain, or CPP. Continue reading “Should I Get a Hysterectomy for Chronic Pelvic Pain?”
Belly Fat After Menopause – What’s the Cause?
Menopause brings about many unpleasant changes such as loss of menstruation, hot flashes,irritability, depression — but does it increase your belly fat? There are different ways to control the symptoms of menopause. What do physicians suggest to control belly fat? Continue reading “Belly Fat After Menopause – What’s the Cause?”
No Bake Peanut Butter and Oatmeal Energy Bites
Looking for a healthy, easy snack that will fill you up and is easy to take with you on-the-go? These no bake peanut butter and oatmeal energy bites are the perfect snack for you and your kids. Continue reading “No Bake Peanut Butter and Oatmeal Energy Bites”
Breast Cancer Prevention Tips
According to breastcancer.org, one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer over their lifetime.
While some factors that increase your chance of getting breast cancer are out of your control, such as age and family history, there are some things you can do to decrease your chance of developing invasive breast cancer: Continue reading “Breast Cancer Prevention Tips”
Introducing Dr. Banahan
Birmingham OBGYN is proud to introduce our newest physician, Dr.Banahan. She will be starting with us on Sept. 3rd.
Dr. Banahan is a cum laude graduate of The University of Richmond. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She is Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Dr. Banahan is married and enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and golden retriever.
Tips for First-Time Mothers in Birmingham Alabama
First-time mothers often struggle throughout the pregnancy. They aren’t aware of the little tips that make pregnancy easier. Following these few simple pieces of advice can make your first pregnancy not only more enjoyable, but it can also make it cheaper!
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