What is Urinary Incontinence? Causes, Treatments, and More
Urinary incontinence is a common condition that affects many women. It is characterized by the accidental leakage of urine and can range from a minor inconvenience to a major problem that affects daily life. However, many women feel embarrassed and ashamed about their condition, which can make it difficult to seek help. It’s important to […]
6 Autoimmune Diseases That Affect Women
One study estimated that about 80% of all patients diagnosed with autoimmune diseases are women. Autoimmune diseases are disorders in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue, leading to inflammation and damage. In this blog post, we will review some of the most common autoimmune diseases that target women, symptoms, and ways to […]
10 Ways to Improve Your Overall Health in 2023
As we ring in the New Year, many of us are looking for ways to improve our health. Whether you want to start eating better, exercising more, or simply trying to live a healthier lifestyle, there are plenty of things you can do to make yourself feel better. In this blog post, we will discuss […]
Bladder Problems for Women: Causes and Treatments
Of the 25 million adult Americans suffering from some form of urinary incontinence, 75-80% of those are women. Bladder problems can range in severity from occasionally leaking urine when you sneeze or cough to having an overactive bladder that causes you to urinate more frequently than normal. There are many different possible causes of bladder […]
Breast Cancer: The Facts
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and that means it’s time to get informed about this disease that affects so many women. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, and it is estimated that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Although breast cancer can be a scary diagnosis, […]
Ovarian Cancer Prevention and Awareness
In the United States, ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women. Each year, more than 22,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer and 14,000 die from the disease. Ovarian cancer often goes undetected until it is in an advanced stage. That’s why it’s important for women to be aware of […]
Women’s Health: Heart Disease – What You Need to Know
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Every year, nearly one million women die from heart disease and stroke. This number is staggering, and it’s time to do something about it. In this blog post, we will discuss heart disease in women and what you need to know […]
Causes of Infertility: What You Need to Know
One in eight couples in the United States experiences infertility- that’s 12% of people trying to conceive! And yet, it’s still not something that is talked about openly very often. Why is that? Perhaps because it can be such an emotionally charged and difficult topic to deal with. Or, maybe because people are just not […]
Everything You Need to Know About Mammograms
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in U.S. It’s also the second-leading cause of cancer death. Mammograms are the best primary tool for breast cancer screening. Regular mammograms greatly increase the chance of detecting breast cancer early. Early detection and treatment significantly increase survival rates. But going to get your first […]
What You Need to Know About Freezing Your Eggs
Egg freezing is one potential solution for some women, especially those with a cancer diagnosis (or another diagnosis that threatens fertility) or those who aren’t ready to become mothers before their biological clock starts winding down. Fertility declines as we age, often taking a nosedive after 35. Yet, year after year, the average age of […]
