Why is my OB/GYN recommending my fallopian tubes be taken out?
In the past, when a woman was having a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) for reasons other than cancer (such as abnormal bleeding, pain, fibroids, prolapse, etc.), the
Read moreIn the past, when a woman was having a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) for reasons other than cancer (such as abnormal bleeding, pain, fibroids, prolapse, etc.), the
Read moreAs an advice nurse, I find myself asking this question a lot—because it’s important, and especially if you call with cramping, are pregnant or are having urinary symptoms.
Read moreThis post was written by former WHA nurse practitioner Jacqui Quetal. Although Jacqui is no longer with WHA, we still love this advice! Hopefully your experiences have helped
Read morePainful periods (dysmenorrhea) may be very disruptive to your health and well-being. Women who suffer painful periods may miss work, school and family activities. Unfortunately, many also feel
Read moreEveryone who’s gone a night without it knows that sleep matters. While experts vary on how many hours of sleep they recommend, most agree that getting sufficient rest
Read moreOne of the most common questions I hear from patients is whether or not it is safe to not have periods. Most women are so accustomed to their
Read moreMost of us associate going to the OB/GYN for our yearly exam with getting a Pap smear, which is used to screen for cervical cancer. The test has
Read moreThis is a very common question women ask of their doctors. Unfortunately, some women who have leakage don’t ask the question because they have been led to believe
Read moreWe all carry yeast in/on our bodies. The most abundant place is in the large intestine. Yeast usually exits in balance with other organisms, such as bacteria, and
Read moreIf you’re pregnant and want to begin care at WHA–or need to schedule an appointment during your pregnancy, call us! Find a provider and location here.
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