You’ve decided that you would like to not have any more children so permanent birth control is an important option to discuss with your doctor. Over 60{c32f220a97554538a750280585b6278238c6d138c527944464fd5f29699b7558} of women of reproductive age are currently using...
Gynecology
The Great News about Good Fat
You likely already know this: saturated fat is bad, and trans fat is really bad. This isn’t new information. (If you are surprised, scroll to the bottom of this article for a quick description of each fat). But, chances are high that you don’t know enough about the...
How to Battle the Cold and Flu
Maybe your son got off the bus complaining of a scratchy throat. Or you feel feverish and have a stuffy nose. It looks like a weekend of sniffles and coughs. With flu season in full swing, try these tips to prepare your family. Prepare your home. Make sure you have...
Ten Tips for Busy Moms to Stay Fit
Many moms struggle fitting in exercise into their schedules…unless you count juggling multiple schedules and sweating the small stuff as exercise. How can you fit in working out when you barely have time to go to the bathroom by yourself? With caring for kids, work,...
What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Although it’s not well known or understood, approximately one in ten women in the U.S. are affected by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). With PCOS, an imbalance of reproductive hormones creates problems in the ovaries. Ovaries make the egg that is released as part of...
9 Attainable Health New Year’s Resolutions To Tackle In 2017
In theory, a New Year’s resolution is a great idea. January is as good a time as any to change habits and make changes. In practice, many ambitious goals made on January 1st dissolve into disappointment. But that doesn’t mean that all New Year’s resolution need to end...
Battle the Cold and Flu: Disinfect These Common Items
The holiday season is in full swing, and with all the school and work parties, we know germs are also having a heyday. How can you prevent the cold and flu from attacking your family? Or if someone does get sick, how can you truly disinfect your home? People avoid...
Taking “You” out of UTI
Ouch! You feel like you’re peeing a stream of fire. Or you feel like you have to urinate all the time, but little comes out. What’s going on? When germs get into your urinary tract, they cause an infection called a urinary tract infection (UTI). What is a Urinary...
12 Ways to Handle Stress and the Holidays
Whew! The holidays can be a whirlwind of fun, festive activities. However, shopping, parties, baking, cleaning, choosing the right gift, and entertaining can also amplify stress. If not addressed, stress can hurt your health and seriously sideline your holiday plans....
Six Embarrassing Questions Answered
Some questions you'd rather ask Google than mention to your best friend or even your doctor. We get it. We answer six frequently asked questions women have about their vagina. Why does my vagina itch before my period? Blame estrogen. Hormonal changes cause lower...