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Protecting Women from Cervical Cancer Risks

Protecting Women from Cervical Cancer Risks

January isn’t just the start of a new year—it’s also Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects thousands of women annually and…

Raising Diabetes Awareness: Personalized Insights for Men and Women

Raising Diabetes Awareness: Personalized Insights for Men and Women

As a physician, my mission is to ensure that you have the knowledge and tools to live your healthiest, most vibrant life. One of the most pressing health issues affecting…

How to Care for Your Loved Ones with Breast Cancer

How to Care for Your Loved Ones with Breast Cancer

Supportive care for someone with breast cancer is a profoundly rewarding yet deeply challenging experience. At a time when 300,000+ women are diagnosed with breast cancer annually in this country,…

How Women Can Recognize and Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

How Women Can Recognize and Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's disease remains one of the most daunting, life-affecting conditions anyone could have. A progressive neurologic disorder, Alzheimer’s causes the brain to shrink and brain cells to die. Though it…

How to Keep Your Hormones in Balance at Home

How to Keep Your Hormones in Balance at Home

When it comes to women's hormonal health, the first major thing that is important to keep in mind is that maintaining a healthy balance of hormones is not a one-way…

Eye Health and Its Effect on Whole Body Health

Eye Health and Its Effect on Whole Body Health

When people think about their health, as ironic as it may be, eyes are easy to overlook. At Eileen West, MD and Associates, I believe that maintaining great eye health…

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: What You Should Know

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: What You Should Know

A serious medical condition affecting the main artery in the abdomen is an abdominal aortic aneurysm. This blood vessel may grow weak, bulge over time, and approach a life-threatening point…

Osteoporosis: Risks, Treatment and Prevention

Osteoporosis: Risks, Treatment and Prevention

Osteoporosis Explained As we age, the topic of bone health becomes increasingly important to our overall wellness. Osteoporosis is one of the most common conditions related to our bone health.…

IBS Awareness Month: How IBS Affects Women’s Lives

IBS Awareness Month: How IBS Affects Women’s Lives

In recognition of IBS Awareness Month this April, I’m pleased to share insights into the unique effects of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) on women, focusing on symptoms and management strategies.…

From Farm to Fork: Enjoy the Nutritional and Medicinal Benefits of This Sustainable Food Strategy

From Farm to Fork: Enjoy the Nutritional and Medicinal Benefits of This Sustainable Food Strategy

By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD   In today's world, minerals are no longer the only thing that can be considered scarce, but it's easy to overlook the journey…

Farm-to-Fork Recipe: Barley and Lentil Soup with Kale

Farm-to-Fork Recipe: Barley and Lentil Soup with Kale

By Mary Hunt, MS, RDN This is a family favorite and represents the Farm-to-Fork concept well! Kale is a cooler-weather vegetable, but can be harvested locally. And because the recipe…

Top 5 Functional Movements You Can Practice at Home

Top 5 Functional Movements You Can Practice at Home

Did you know that your ability to perform certain functional movements is correlated to greater longevity? Examples of such movements are balance, strength, power, flexibility, speed, and more. Let’s take…

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Did you know that nearly 94 million U.S. adults (36%) have high cholesterol, a major yet often overlooked risk factor for heart disease? In our latest blog post, we break down the essentials of cholesterol — what it is, why it matters, and how you can take control to protect your heart. From lifestyle tips to understanding your numbers, this guide is your first step toward better heart health. Link here: https://www.eileenwestmd.com/blog/heart-disease-cholesterol-prevention-guide/ #eileenwestmd #heartdisease #cholesterolprevention

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