Blog For Tag "women's health"

posted by Bryn Goettsch & Katie Fullhart on Thursday, August 3, 2023 The month of August is designated as National Breastfeeding Month, recognizing the nutritional, health and wellness benefits of breastfeeding for babies and mothers.

posted by K.C. Kidd on Friday, May 12, 2023 Sunday celebrates Mother's Day; however, it also is the first day of National Women's Health Week, a time for all women to reflect on their individual health needs and ways to improve their overall mental and physical health.

posted by Dr. Brian Wilson on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 Dr. Brian Wilson, OB/Gyn specialist, shares how a young black woman, Henrietta Lacks, died from cervical cancer in 1951 but a sample of her cells survived, multiplied and were invaluable in health research. The discoveries from her cells led to the polio vaccine, gene mapping and IVF treatment, among others, and resulted in her being named the 'mother' of modern medicine. Learn more about this slice of American health history.

posted by Dr. Brian Wilson on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 In his latest blog, Dr. Brian Wilson shares insight on the discovery of the iconic pap smear and why it is now known to be the most significant cancer screening test for women.

posted by Dr. Brian Wilson on Thursday, September 2, 2021 OB/Gyn Dr. Brian Wilson shares insight on the COVID-19 vaccine related to pregnancy and breast-feeding.