November 8, 2021 By Lori A. Orlando, MD, MHS, MMCI
Family health history is one of the most important but overlooked aspects of maintaining good health. It is the single most informative data available to help you understand your risk…
October 13, 2021 Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and understanding your own breast cancer risk is a crucial step to being proactive about your health. Women are aware that screening for…
September 22, 2021 By Nadine Hammoud, MD
What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex metabolic and hormonal condition. It is often underdiagnosed in many women and unfortunately could lead to many reproductive and health…
August 18, 2021 By Dr. Asma Khapra
As a female gastroenterologist who specializes in women’s digestive health, many women ask me similar questions, especially as they age. In this article, I address FAQs that commonly arise, and…
July 13, 2021 By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD
Recently, I went to see my dermatologist, and she noticed a small area on my leg which didn’t look right. She did a shave biopsy. It turned out to be…
July 13, 2021 By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD
The Delta variant which first appeared in India and has now been identified in 96 countries, has now become the dominant strain in the United States, representing more than half…
June 15, 2021 By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD
Headaches are a leading cause of time spent out of commission–time you were going to use to get work done, go to the gym, spend time with family, but instead…
May 11, 2021 By Sarah Contrada, DPT
In 2019, a simple fitness test caught headlines in the Washington Post with the provocative title, Can this test tell you how long you’ll live? The test itself is simple,…
April 5, 2021 By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD
It’s estimated that about 41% of women experience sexual dysfunction, compared to 31% of men. So, then, why are there at least six brand name drugs to treat erectile dysfunction…
March 3, 2021 By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD
ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by persistent inattention, with or without hyperactivity. Importantly, it causes deficits in executive function. Executive function refers to our brain’s ability…
January 28, 2021 By Anna Spoelhof, FNP Friends, how have you been sleeping? Insomnia, trouble falling or staying asleep, is a common symptom of stress or anxiety. So, it’s no wonder that so many of us aren’t…
January 27, 2021 Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD
There’s more and more conversation around a woman’s heart health – and for good reason. While men are twice as likely to have a heart attack compared to women, heart…
Winter can leave us sluggish without even noticing. Spring is the perfect time to hit refresh and shake off habits that no longer serve your wellness. Start small, focus on what feels doable, and build momentum for a healthier season. Read the full blog by our affiliate Ms.Medicine at: msmedicine.com/blog/spring-wellness-reset-womens-health-habits #HealthandWellness #HealthyLifestyle #HealthyHabits #PrimaryCare
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