It is essential to practice safe sex to reduce the risk of Sexually Transmitted Infections and unintended pregnancy. Using condoms during sex prevents a barrier that protects both partners from spreading or contracting any STI. Some STDs often do … [Read more...] about Practicing Safe Sex
Hereditary Cancer Quiz
Medical family history can help patients gain insight into conditions and risks related to their health. A patient's full medical history can help doctors with the risk assessment of certain diseases and recommend treatments and lifestyle changes to … [Read more...] about Hereditary Cancer Quiz
Symptoms of Pre-Menopause
Although menopause usually occurs in women between the ages of 49-55, premenopause occurs earlier and can last four years. Premenopause is a period of transition where estrogen production begins to slow down. Women in this stage may experience … [Read more...] about Symptoms of Pre-Menopause
Pre-Term Labor
Pre-term labor is any labor the begins before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Pre-term labor can but does not always result in premature birth. The earlier in the pregnancy that a woman goes into labor, the greater the medical risks. Any signs or symptoms of … [Read more...] about Pre-Term Labor
Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer occurs within the cells of the cervix. Cervical cancer is caused by the Human papillomavirus, more commonly known as HPV. HPV is a sexually transmitted disease. Although HPV is common, most cases of HPV … [Read more...] about Cervical Cancer
Menopause Help
Menopause starts when women reach their late forties and early fifties. The body's transition into menopause usually lasts for several years. During the start of menopause, two out of three women show distressing signs or symptoms of … [Read more...] about Menopause Help
