Irregular and missed periods can be a nuisance because you never know when one will come along…or won’t. This problem can also prove to be mentally and emotionally draining, whether you’re trying to get pregnant […]
Women’s Issues
Is the Gardasil Vaccine Safe?
An estimated 14 million people per year are infected with HPV (human papillomavirus), making it most sexually transmitted infection in the US. In 2006, the FDA approved an HPV vaccine called Gardasil that has been […]
How to Deal with a Plugged Breastfeeding Duct
If you’re producing more milk than your baby is consuming, it can cause a blockage in your milk ducts called a “plugged duct.” Plugged ducts are pretty common among breastfeeding moms, but it’s important to […]
Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Right For You?
Since the 1960s, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was the standard treatment for women dealing with symptoms from menopause or following a hysterectomy. Then a major study came out in 2002 as a part of the […]