Pfizer announced that it will initiate a voluntary recall of 1 million packets of birth control pills. The birth control drug is known as Lo/Ovral-28 or generic norgestrel/ethinyl estradiol. The recall states an improper dosage may be taken due to … [Read more...] about Pfizer Recalls Birth Control Pills
What’s Next? What Happens After Breast Cancer Treatment
Most women think the hardest part of breast cancer is receiving the diagnosis and them undergoing treatment. But it’s the psychological, emotion and physical after effects that make take their biggest toll. Some issues from breast cancer treatment … [Read more...] about What’s Next? What Happens After Breast Cancer Treatment
Trans Fat Can Lead to Bigger Babies
Recent findings published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition outlined a study of nearly 1,400 women. Researchers found correlations between a woman’s intake of trans fats (which raise “bad” cholesterol) and the size of her baby. The … [Read more...] about Trans Fat Can Lead to Bigger Babies
MRI Can Help Detect Endometrial Cancers
According to the National Cancer Institute, endometrial cancer is both the most common type of uterine cancer, and the most common cancer of the female reproductive system. It accounts for nearly six percent of all cancers in women in the … [Read more...] about MRI Can Help Detect Endometrial Cancers
It’s Not Too Late for Your Annual Exam
It’s a great time to make your annual appointments with a WHMC doctor. You can use this year's remaining health care spending account dollars to pay your co-pays. A list of insurances accepted can be found here. … [Read more...] about It’s Not Too Late for Your Annual Exam
Do you know a mom-to-be who is a member of Blue Care Network?
Recent news reports indicate Beaumont Health System and Beaumont Physician Organization are in the process of notifying thousands of members and physicians that they will no longer be accepting Blue Care Network (BCN) insurance, which is provided by … [Read more...] about Do you know a mom-to-be who is a member of Blue Care Network?
