5-minute read When your hip hurts, the discomfort can affect many parts of your life. A variety of conditions can restrict hip movement and cause pain. This can interfere with daily activities and exercise, complicating even simple tasks, such as walking to the mailbox or bending to pick up an item. Fortunately, many hip pain […]

3-minute read Juggling work and family life is a constant balancing act. Throw in volunteer commitments and time with friends, and you might give anything for a calm, quiet spa weekend. Can a constantly packed schedule affect your mental health? It turns out there are both pros and cons to busyness and mental health. Pro: Staying […]

Breast cancer is more treatable when it is detected early. Fortunately, advances in mammography make breast cancer diagnosis better than ever. But don’t just think about your breast health at your annual OB/GYN visits. You should also perform your own breast self-exams throughout the year. A breast self-exam should never take the place of your annual mammogram […]

Less than 3-minute read Your obstetrician/gynecologist (OB/GYN) is your go-to physician for all your women’s health needs, but would you call them when you have the flu, an earache, or you need stitches in your hand after a cut? Probably not. While they’re technically primary care providers, OB/GYN is considered a specialist in women’s reproductive care. […]