Did you know February 13th is recognized as Galentine’s Day? On this special day of love, we are reminded of the importance of celebrating the wonderful women in our lives. As Leslie Knope famously said, “Oh, it’s only the best day of the year!” 

One in four women in the U.S. will die from heart disease – the leading cause of death in women. This is an important statistic as for years, heart disease was considered a “man’s” issue; women needn’t worry. We now know this is not true, and women need to be educated and proactive in managing their risks and preventing heart disease.

Maintaining a healthy weight is an important part of overall health. But for some, weight loss can be a struggle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 56.4% of women (and 41.7%) of men tried to lose weight over a three-year period. The same study found that the most popular methods to lose weight included:

With the Holidays just around the corner, you may be looking forward to a time filled with family and friends.  Our schedules often fill up with parties, concerts, and festive gatherings and it’s easy to let our healthy habits fall by the wayside!  But the last thing you want is for a cold or illness to get in the way of your celebrations.  We’re here to help you with tips on how to keep yourself and your family healthy.  Read on to learn how you can keep yourself and your loved ones healthy this holiday season!

Most women have experienced some degree of pelvic pain in their lifetime. For many of us, we have had painful periods our whole life, and the periods are becoming more and more unbearable.  Dysmenorrhea (or pain with periods) is such a common finding for women, so how do we know when our pain is beyond what is expected?

No matter our age or state of health, there are six key factors that play a critical role in our health. Often simple and overlooked, these fundamentals build upon one another as the foundation to keep us healthy and help us recover from disease. If you find yourself wondering how to better manage or maintain your health, consider the following elements:

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women. According to the American Cancer Society data, one in eight women and 1 in 833 men will develop breast cancer. There are many variables that come into play in the development of breast cancer. Most of us are motivated to do anything to prevent or diminish the risk of developing it.

Let’s talk about bone health. Osteoporosis is a common problem that causes bones to be thinner and weaker than they should be and increases the risk of fractures (broken bones). Although both men and women can develop osteoporosis, we are going to focus on bone health in women, especially women who are past menopause. This group is at a particularly high risk of weak bones and fractures, especially at the hip and spine.

Thursday, May 11th, 2022, my life changed…. The life I thought I knew came to a grinding halt. It started like a typical Thursday evening, I was in the nursery putting my 3-month-old to bed when thud, a huge crashing sound, and a blood-curdling shriek pierced my soul.

The old adage goes, you are what you eat. As physicians, we talk about the importance of healthy eating and exercise with our patients but often overlook our own advice.  Through the years, I’ve reflected a lot on the meaning of that saying, and one specific memory comes to mind.

Did you know October is recognized as Menopause Month? We thought we’d answer some common questions about Menopause.

Nearly half of all women have dense breasts – something that increases a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer and makes it more difficult to detect cancer in screenings. Despite how widespread dense breasts are, there still isn’t the clarity and knowledge women need around this issue.

As working parents, many of us struggle with coming up with healthy, easy-to-make meals that both kids and adults will eat.  I find that I often fall into the rut of eating the same monotonous meals over and over.  In an effort to find a better balance and have the whole family participate we are starting Food Journals!  It is a great way to get the kids involved and try new things.  Our first recipe turned out great.  We are grading it based on taste and ease of preparation which is essential on a busy weeknight!

Current statistics suggest that up to 1 in 3 people in the United States will develop cancer in their lifetime.  Most of these cancers, around 80%, are due to environmental factors.  We refer to these cancers as “sporadic”.  The remaining cancers fall into one of two categories: genetic or familial.  But before we go any further, let’s take a second for a quick science tutorial!

After a few years full of trials and tribulations, people have begun to question their value…. What is my time worth? What is my quality of life worth? Am I doing what I love? Am I happy? As a result, we’ve seen a mass exodus from corporate America, people in search of a new path toward happiness and wellbeing. Whether you have taken a 180 toward a new perspective on your worth; or have simply laid boundaries for a better quality of life we here at Ms.Medicine have some insight we hope you find helpful.

We all feel stressed, worried, or a little blue from time to time. But, when those feelings persist and begin to interfere with our daily lives, it can take a toll on our physical health and relationships.

Have you been exposed to someone with COVID-19? Or have you recently tested positive for Covid-19? If so, our friends at the CDC published recommended next steps you should take (regardless of whether you already had COVID-19 or have been vaccinated against it).

It’s estimated that about 41% of women experience sexual dysfunction, compared to 31% of men. So, then, why are there at least six brand name drugs to treat erectile dysfunction in men but…

We know the conversation around Covid boosters is confusing.

Yesterday the FDA approved Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna’s updated booster shots. These boosters are aimed to target the highly contagious BA.5 Omicron variant. But we understand that you may still have some questions about whether you and your family really need more doses or not.

Summer is a time to unwind and enjoy being unscheduled for both parents and children. In the blink of an eye, it seems, fall is upon us. The anticipation of school and schedules can be anxiety provoking for us all. How can we make this transition easier for our kids and support their mental health?