What Is a Pelvic Floor Disorder?
It’s a medical condition that millions of American women have but people rarely talk about. You may not be familiar with its name, what its
I Have a High-Risk Pregnancy — Now What?
Don’t panic: High-risk pregnancy simply means that you or your baby may need extra care during pregnancy and delivery. There are many common reasons your
Can Your Vitamin D Levels Make Your Baby Obese?
New research sheds light on the effects of the 'sunshine vitamin' on unborn babies. Vitamin D deficiency in pregnant women could preprogram babies to grow
3 Female Pelvic Issues You Should Discuss With a Urologist
Your recurrent UTIs could be a sign of something more serious. Here are three conditions you should discuss with a urologist. Ladies, as uncomfortable as
How to Lower Your Risk for Cervical Cancer
With screening and preventative steps, you can minimize your risk for cervical cancer. There’s nothing good about a cancer diagnosis. (Understatement of the century.) But
How to Care for Your Skin in the Spring
A change in season may call for a change in your skin care routine. After what seems like forever, spring is finally in the air.
IUDs May Have a Surprising Benefit: Protection Against Cervical Cancer test
A comprehensive study finds that intrauterine devices may decrease the incidence of cervical cancer by a third. Considered a safe and highly effective contraception method,
New 3-D Ultrasound Trial Seeks Women With Dense Breast Tissue
Mary Yamashita, left, and Shauna Lee talk in front of the SoftVue machine A new research project at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
What to Ask Your Doctor When You Have Breast Cancer
Early detection with self exams and regular, high quality mammograms can catch breast cancer when it’s very treatable. Newer technologies, such as 3D mammography (also