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It’s the beginning of flu season, and in order to avoid a high fever, severe aches and a nasty cough, a flu shot could help patients lessen their symptoms or avoid them all together. Since the flu virus is always evolving, scientists are making important changes to how the vaccine is made.
Continue reading “Flu Shots for 2016/17 – What has Changed?”
While most people are aware that breast cancer is an issue, many still don’t take the necessary steps to detect the disease in its early stages. Every October, doctors, nurses and organizations use this month to raise awareness for the detection of breast cancer.
Exciting things are happening at Virginia Women’s Health Associates, and we want to share some important news! To serve our patients better, we are delighted to announce that an additional office location will be opening in Annandale/Fairfax, Virginia. Our new office will be conveniently located across the street from the new Inova Women’s Hospital and the Inova Fairfax Hospital Campus. We’ll have more details about the grand coming soon!
It will be our pleasure to provide you with our high quality services at our new location, and we invite you to come visit us there soon!
Ovarian cancer occurs when cells that are not normal grow in one or both of your ovaries. It most often affects women who are past menopause. Ovarian cancer may cause early symptoms such as bloating, pain in your belly or pelvis, trouble eating, or urinary problems. Continue reading “Understanding Ovarian Cancer”
Eating a variety of healthy foods will help you to consume the right amount of vitamins and nutrients during each stage of the pregnancy. Continue reading “Eating for Two – What You Should Know”
While ovarian cancer is only the ninth most common cancer in women, it is the leading cause of death for cancers of the female reproductive system. The ovaries are responsible for releasing eggs during ovulation and producing female hormones. Over time, cancerous cells can develop on ovarian tissue.
Continue reading “Did You Know That September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month”
Of the 157 million women in the United States, the CDC has reported that only 433 lab tests have shown traces of the Zika virus.
While these numbers may seem low, the Florida Department of Health has recently issued a statement regarding an increased risk of infection for certain areas of the state as mosquitoes carrying the Zika virus have been identified in Miami. There have also been reports of mosquitoes carrying the virus in other states. Health authorities are suggesting that pregnant women take the following precautions: Continue reading “What Women Should Know About Zika”
If you’re scheduling your first gynecology visit and are curious what a gynecologist is, you aren’t alone.
Many women have questions when it comes to seeing a gynecologist and when they should schedule an appointment.
Continue reading “What you should know when it€™s time for your first gynecology visit”
March is Endometriosis Awareness month – a good time to learn more about a disease that affects nearly 176 million women worldwide. Continue reading “Could Your Pelvic Pain be Endometriosis?”
Virginia Women’s Health Associates is proud to welcome our newest physician, Dr. Stephanie Swanson! Providing excellent patient care is our priority, and we are confident Dr. Swanson possesses the highest qualifications and is extremely well skilled in all areas of obstetrics and gynecology. We are delighted to partner up with her in continuing to deliver the high quality care that patients have appreciated for many years. We know Dr. Swanson will make a brilliant addition to our team! Continue reading “Welcome Dr.Swanson!”