Understanding HPV and Cervical Cancer
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States and across the globe. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirms that nearly [...]
How STDs Affect Pregnancy
Understanding how sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can impact pregnancy is a crucial topic for expectant parents and anyone hoping to conceive. STDs like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and others without visible symptoms [...]
Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
You’re about to have a new baby to love, or your bundle of joy is thriving. So why can this time feel unexpectedly difficult? Prenatal depression (depression that occurs [...]
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 Nighttime Hot Flashes: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep
Nighttime hot flashes are impossible to ignore – the burst of intense heat, your pajamas and bed sheets soaked in sweat, uncomfortably flushed skin, and more. These startling episodes [...]
Hot Flashes During Pregnancy? Understanding This Unexpected Symptom
Most moms-to-be expect symptoms like morning sickness, swollen feet, and food cravings as their pregnancy progresses. But the first time you experience a pregnancy hot flash – a sudden [...]