A few weeks ago, we posted an article about postpartum depression (PPD). This condition afflicts 11% to 18% of new mothers, and for 38% of … Read more about First Drug for Postpartum Depression Clears FDA. But Who Can Afford It?
See 9-Week Old Twins Amazing Ultrasound Video!
Have you ever seen 9 week old twins on ultrasound? Check out this video, these two melted my heart. … Read more about See 9-Week Old Twins Amazing Ultrasound Video!
What if You Could Diagnose Endometriosis With a Tampon?
Human blood is a virtual mother lode of information. Blood samples provide an enormous amount of valuable information about the current and … Read more about What if You Could Diagnose Endometriosis With a Tampon?
A Male Birth Control Pill is Coming. Here’s How it Works
60 years ago, hormonal birth control fulfilled women’s dreams of autonomy over their lives The Pill permanently revolutionized American … Read more about A Male Birth Control Pill is Coming. Here’s How it Works
FDA Approves First Immunotherapy Drug for Triple Negative Breast Cancer
The US Food and Drug Administration granted its first approval to an immunotherapy regimen for breast cancer. The drug, Genentech's … Read more about FDA Approves First Immunotherapy Drug for Triple Negative Breast Cancer
What you need to know about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
If you have any combination of these symptoms you might have PCOS: acne, hair loss, mood swings, facial hair, weight gain, irregular periods … Read more about What you need to know about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Coping With Postpartum Depression for Over Two Weeks? Get Help Now!
For 38 percent of sufferers, the condition becomes chronic, and mothers who expected it to pass as their children aged can struggle to find … Read more about Coping With Postpartum Depression for Over Two Weeks? Get Help Now!
Perimenopause Symptoms Can Appear a Lot Sooner Than You Think
Experts break down perimenopause, which can sometimes start in a person's late 30s. Let's start with a basic truth. The human reproductive … Read more about Perimenopause Symptoms Can Appear a Lot Sooner Than You Think
Study Links Diet Soda to Increased Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack in Postmenopausal Women
Drinking two or more diet sodas a day is linked to an increased risk of stroke, heart attacks and early death in women over 50, a new study … Read more about Study Links Diet Soda to Increased Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack in Postmenopausal Women
Fun Facts About Colonoscopy
🤢 Each time you think about the inconvenience of colonoscopy, remember that colorectal cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer … Read more about Fun Facts About Colonoscopy
Do We Know What’s in Our Tampons? I Don’t Think So and That’s a Big Problem.
There is no law requiring tampon makers to disclose their ingredients. Yet. The packaging of most products that come into close contact … Read more about Do We Know What’s in Our Tampons? I Don’t Think So and That’s a Big Problem.
Israeli Scientists Say They’ll Have a Cure for Cancer in a Year. Could It Be True?
Cancer experts and others in the United States and abroad were less than enthusiastic about a team of Israeli scientist’s statements that it … Read more about Israeli Scientists Say They’ll Have a Cure for Cancer in a Year. Could It Be True?
15 Things to Never Say to your Pregnant Wife… or Else!
This one’s for you, gentlemen. Please remember this: if you have a pregnant wife at home, the answer to every question should be “Yes … Read more about 15 Things to Never Say to your Pregnant Wife… or Else!
Some of My Favorite Music from the Operating Room
I’ve spent many hours in the operating room humming this beautiful music, Waltz No. 2 by Shostakovich. This is an absolute … Read more about Some of My Favorite Music from the Operating Room
Here’s How Pregnant Women Can Protect Their Newborns Against the Flu
The flu season is in full swing and it’s still not too late to get vaccinated. Among the active flu strains this year are H1N1 and A H3N2. … Read more about Here’s How Pregnant Women Can Protect Their Newborns Against the Flu
Why I Made a New Years Resolution to Stop Eating Animal Products
I made a promise to myself on January 1st, 2018 to stop eating animal products and I kept it! Here's why this is so important to … Read more about Why I Made a New Years Resolution to Stop Eating Animal Products