A Detailed Guide to Birth Control Methods
By definition, birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. If you’re sexually active and don’t want to become pregnant, you must choose a form of birth control and [...]
PCOS and Its Impact on Fertility
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that has no cure and affects millions of women around the world. The World Health Organization estimates that PCOS affects up [...]
Pap Smear Screening & Cervical Cancer Prevention
A pap smear typically takes less than five minutes to complete, but those minutes could save your life – or the life of any woman you love. Approximately 660,000 [...]
The Importance of Pelvic Exams: What Women Need to Know
Regular visits with a gynecologist are an essential part of women’s health – and pelvic exams are vital. Pelvic exams play a critical role in detecting potential health issues [...]
Menstrual Irregularities: What’s Normal and What Isn’t
Up to 25% of women experience menstrual irregularities, making it a common health issue. An irregular menstrual cycle is when your period is shorter, longer, lighter, heavier, or more [...]
Understanding Your Cycle: Cramps Before, During and After Your Period
Menstrual cramps are an uncomfortable yet completely normal part of a woman’s cycle. However, just as no two women are exactly alike, neither are their menstrual cramps. Some women [...]
Adolescent Gynecology: When Parents Should Make a Teen’s First Appointment
For some parents of adolescent girls, the question of when their teen should first visit a gynecologist may spark uncertainty. An adolescent's first gynecologist appointment could be stressful or [...]
Women’s Health: What is an OB/GYN?
Primary care doctors and general practitioners provide care to both men and women and deal with various ailments. However, some physicians primarily deal with women’s health issues. An OB/GYN doctor [...]
Women’s History Month: Bringing Awareness to Women’s Most Common Health Issues
Women's History Month begins on March 1, and it serves as a great reminder for all women that prioritizing health all-year-round is essential. While some women's health issues, like diabetes, [...]
The Importance of Cervical Cancer Screenings
Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers among women worldwide. Last year, The American Cancer Society's estimated for cervical cancer in the United States [...]