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What a well-woman exam is and why ... Women's Health, Health

Has it been a while since you had a well-woman exam? It’s time to get one on the books. This type of medical visit is an essential part of preventive ...

Psst … ladies, these are the ... Women's Health, Exercise, Healthy Aging

You want to be your best as you get older. What can you do to prevent health issues and feel healthy and well? You can take actions to promote healthy ...

Don’t wait: Get your mammogram now Women's Health, Living Well, Imaging

Knowledge is one of the best preventative measures against breast cancer, the most common cancer among American women. It begins with understanding ...

Get the facts about cervical cancer Women's Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Living Well, Cancer Care

Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix or the lower portion of the uterus (womb). In 2019, over 13,000 new cases of cervical cancer were ...

Know your risks for breast cancer Women's Health, Cancer Care

A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. When it comes to breast cancer, knowing your risks can help you make the ...

Facts about breast cancer radiation ... Women's Health, Living Well, Cancer Care

Radiation therapy for breast cancer uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. Rapidly growing cells, such as cancer cells, are more susceptible to ...

Understanding a breast cancer ... Women's Health, Living Well, Cancer Care

Breast Cancer remains one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in women across the United States, only second to skin cancer. Approximately 12% of ...

Heart Health: Women and ... Women's Health, Living Well, Cardiovascular Care

February is American Heart Month. During this month it is important to raise awareness about heart disease and how people can prevent it. ...

Lisa’s Story: The Wake-up Call that ... Women's Health, Living Well, Cancer Care

In mid-2012, the sudden death of a colleagues’ husband spurred me to do something I had not done in 10 years. I went to the doctor. I’ve worked in ...

Family Ties: Genetics and Breast Ca ... Women's Health, Living Well, Cancer Care

While most breast cancers occur sporadically (usually linked to environmental factors such as smoking cigarettes and hormone replacement therapy), up ...

6 Health Screenings to Help Women ... Women's Health, Living Well

May is women’s health month, a perfect time to remind the caregivers of the family to take care of themselves. Don’t let heart disease, stroke, and ...

HPV, Not For Me: Preventing Human ... Women's Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Living Well

Author : Stacey L. Holman, MD, University Medical Center Women’s Health Center Director, LSU Health New Orleans Assistant Professor & Clinical OB/GYN ...