In the United States, it is estimated that around 242,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. Out of this, 3% of the women have inherited it from their family members as a result of mutation of BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. Although there are various breast cancer risk factors , genetic mutation is considered […]
From Pill to Implant: Here’s Everything to Know About Birth Control Options
Women today have birth control options . Medical research has produced everything from pills to implants, and research advances every year. Keep reading to discover what options are available!
What Foods Should You Eat and Not Eat While Pregnant?
If you are pregnant, then you have a big job ahead of you. Pregnancy means eating healthy, exercising, and staying away from toxic substances. What you eat plays a huge role in how your baby develops and how your body copes with the pregnancy.
Everything You Need to Know About Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Affecting 1 in 10 women of childbearing age, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that induces a hormone imbalance in which the body produces a hormone called androgen mostly found in males. Because of this, the ovaries develop small follicles that fail to release the egg. This can result in infrequent or prolonged periods, […]
Early Signs of Pregnancy: Knowing What To Look For
Women have different experiences with symptoms early on in their pregnancy based on their health, family history, and unique biological makeup. If you’re trying to get pregnant, there are a few signs you want to watch out for that are key indicators of a bun in the oven.
5 Tips for Avoiding Stretch Marks While Pregnant
You have probably wondered whether or not you will end up with stretch marks after your little one arrives. Stretch marks are fairly common after pregnancy, but there are some preventative measures you can take to avoid them. If you do end up with stretch marks, then try not let it affect your self-confidence. Those […]
The 3 Most Common Symptoms of a UTI
Do you experience discomfort when you urinate? If so, then you may have a urinary tract infection (UTI).
Common Symptoms of an Overactive Bladder
Overactive bladder, or OAB, occurs when you have the urgent need to urinate at frequent intervals or when the urine leaks out involuntarily. It is estimated that 30% of men and 40% of women in USA suffer from OAB. The real number is expected to be much higher, as most of the people do not […]
Should My Child Get The HPV Vaccine?
One simple vaccine has the potential power to save your child from devastation. The HPV vaccination can not only prevent cancers in both boys and girls as they enter into adulthood, but can also prevent other cancers from overshadowing their futures.
How Often Should You Be Screened for Cervical Cancer?
Once feared as much as other female cancers, cervical cancer is on the run, thanks to HPV vaccines. Today’s women, however, are caught between the pre-Gardasil and post-Gardasil generations.
