Recently, we have received many questions regarding the most recent study that was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association stating that 3-D breast mammograms were more accurate than the traditional 2-D mammograms. We thought … [Read more...] about Questions on 3D Breast Mammogram Study
New Test Offered to Help Predict Fetal Disorders
Women’s Health and Menopause is pleased to announce that the latest tests for our prenatal patients are available. A new test will analyze fetal DNA 10 times more accurately when screening for Downs Syndrome and five times more accurately when … [Read more...] about New Test Offered to Help Predict Fetal Disorders
Cervical Cancer Screening
Did you know that cervical cancer screenings are very simple and fast, and can be done during your regular annual visit? Your annual visit is important for many reasons, this is the time for blood work, breast exams, and pelvic exams to check for … [Read more...] about Cervical Cancer Screening
Eating Nuts in Pregnancy
In recent years, there has been a lot of discussions and precautions that eating nuts during pregnancy could develop a nut allergy in your baby. A new study done by physicians at Boston Children's Hospital suggests that this is not the case. Dr. … [Read more...] about Eating Nuts in Pregnancy
Lower Cesarean Births than National Average
Andrew Markowitz, M.D., of Women's Health and Menopause Center comments on current national cesarean section rates and notes the risks and benefits of this increasingly common surgical procedure. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention … [Read more...] about Lower Cesarean Births than National Average
Importance of Vitamin D and Bone Health
As women grow older, their bodies need additional vitamins to keep them strong and ready to take on each new day. Vitamin D is a supplement that becomes more and more important in our everyday health during the aging process. Studies suggest that … [Read more...] about Importance of Vitamin D and Bone Health