Learn why some women are more likely than others to contract yeast infections. Yeast infections, also known as candidiasis, are infections caused by a yeast (a type of fungus) called Candida. Yeast infections are more common than you might think. About 75 percent of women have had a yeast infection, and about 45 percent will […]
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that occurs when the body cannot replenish its bone tissue as quickly as it wears away. And it’s common in post-menopausal women. “I was a very nervous kid, I was anxious all the time when I was younger, but what’s nice is that some of the things I was anxious […]
Ovarian cysts often go away on their own. Here’s what you need to know about this common women’s health condition. September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and we at Women’s Integrated Health can’t stress enough the importance of regular health screenings, including yearly women’s wellness exams, to aid in early detection of issues that could […]
About 30 percent of women have C sections. Here’s how to prepare. During pregnancy and labor, situations can arise that necessitate a caesarean or “C” section delivery. The physicians at Women’s Integrated Healthcare guide women to understanding when a C section is necessary as the safest measure of delivering their baby. In the United States, […]
Don’t be stopped by one of the most common symptoms of menopause Women who feel like they’ve just exercised in their winter coat but haven’t left their office chair are not alone. Am I Having Hot Flashes? Hot flashes are an unfortunate and common side effect of menopause for about 75% of women. Hot flashes […]