5 Easy Ways To Avoid Catching The Flu This Season
November 20, 2018
Unless you are a hermit, live in a bubble, or plan to live alone in the woods from October through March, you are susceptible to the flu.
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How Much Is Too Much Weight Gain During Pregnancy?
October 29, 2018
The media is all a buzz with the pregnancy of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, and Prince Harry who are expecting their first child. How much weight she gains will be the topic of conversation for the coming months, along with her wardrobe of course. There is no simple answer to the question how
Common Types of Cervical Cancer & What You Can Do to Prevent Them
September 19, 2018
Cervical cancer was once one of the most common cancers affecting women. In past years, medical researchers have reported a significant decrease in incidences of cervical cancer, which has been attributed to increase in regular Pap tests being performed. Pap tests are a crucial part of preventing cervical cancer since they can detect precancerous lesions
How Heat Can Affect Your Pregnancy
July 18, 2018
If you are pregnant, summertime is probably not your best friend. You already know how uncomfortable you feel even with the AC cranked up, and how quickly any kind of activity wears you out. You are familiar with the humidity and the hot temperatures, but be aware also that the heat of summer can result
5 Great Ways to Lose Weight After Menopause
June 13, 2018
Many women experience weight gain as a side effect to menopause. Your body is trying to deal with a reduction in estrogen, and as a result, you are likely to see a few extra pounds added to your frame. The worst part of this news is that women are not always using best practices when
Common Health Issues for New Mothers
May 9, 2018
New moms may think they are ready to tackle anything once they’re at home with their sweet baby. After all, they have been through nine months of ups and downs, difficult sleeping, and morning sickness. Now that they have given birth, it should be smooth sailing, right? There are some common health issues for new
Old Myths About Endometriosis Are Finally Being Dispelled
March 16, 2018
National and Worldwide Endometriosis Awareness Month is upon us, so it’s the perfect time to separate some of the lingering myths about this chronic condition from the facts, especially for young women. Maybe you have not been diagnosed with this condition, but you experience severe and debilitating pain during your menstrual cycle or during intercourse.
Cervical Cancer Survivors: Here’s What to Expect
January 15, 2018
Hearing the news that your cancer is cured is one of the greatest and most relieving feelings! After the initial wave of happiness, however, you may have a lot of questions about what comes next.
Breast Cancer Risk Testing: Is the BRCA Test Right for You?
October 26, 2017
You may have seen the term “BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 testing” being used on the internet in regard to breast cancer, but are you unsure about what it means? The simple explanation is this: BRCA1 and BRCA 2 are genes that help repair damaged DNA. Damaged DNA can lead to tumor growth. When either
Join Us in Our Fight Against Breast Cancer
August 16, 2017
The team at Associates in Womens Health will be participating in the 2017 Komen Nebraska Race for the Cure® on Sunday, October 8th. We encourage all of you to join us in this cause!
