Archives for March 2022

March is National Endometriosis Awareness Month. Do you suffer from monthly pain? For some women, the pain can be debilitating. If you cannot go to work, school, or even function because of your symptoms or pain, you need to see your doctor. Don’t put it off as premenstrual syndrome. Endometriosis affects an estimated 176 million […]

Risk versus benefits of breast implants. Do you have breast implants? Are you considering getting breast implants? Over 10 million women worldwide have breast implants (American Society of Plastic Surgery (2020)). Well, it’s Breast Implant Awareness month, and if you have or are considering breast implants you need to do your homework. Let me help […]

Men and women need to consider birth control if they want to avoid pregnancy. There are many options to consider. The choice of birth control changes depending on your circumstances. For example, if you are not monogamous you may need to consider more than one type of birth control that includes a condom (male or […]

Heartburn is also called reflux or GERD for Gastroesophageal reflux disease. Heartburn (GERD) symptoms include: A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), usually after eating and possibly worse at night Chest pain Difficulty swallowing Sensation or lump in your throat Regurgitation of food or a sour liquid If you have nighttime reflux, you may also […]

Women’s History Women’s suffrage was a movement aimed at the voting rights of women. Prior to the 19th amendment, women were not allowed to vote. It was a worldwide movement and with the 19th amendment, women were granted the right to vote in the US. The 19th amendment was ratified on August 18, 1920. The struggle continues in […]