At New River Women's Health, we are dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding menstrual health and empowering women through knowledge and open dialogue. Despite being a fundamental aspect of women’s health, menstruation remains a topic often shrouded in secrecy and embarrassment. By fostering an environment where menstrual health is openly discussed, we aim to improve [...]
Osteoporosis affects around 14 million people -- that's about 10% of the population. According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, someone experiences an osteoporosis-related fracture every three seconds. Given the prevalence, we feel it's important for you to be aware of its risk factors and how it's treated. Here's what New River Women’s Health wants you [...]
The menstrual cycle is a regular process that occurs in women of reproductive age. It involves the release of an egg from the ovary and the shedding of the lining of the uterus. Understanding it can help women to better understand their bodies and be aware of any changes or issues that may arise. Here [...]
October is not just a month of falling leaves and pumpkin spice; it's also an important time dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer, a disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed every year, serves as a powerful reminder to educate ourselves and promote early detection through regular screenings. Among [...]
Our team at New River Women's Health wants you to be educated about sexually transmitted diseases so that you stay as safe as possible. Additionally, being educated on STDs will help you keep your sexual partners safe. In this blog, we want to educate you on one particular STD: Hepatitis B. What is Hepatitis B? [...]
One of the first decisions you will make is selecting medical providers for you and your family. Choosing a gynecologist that you like and feel comfortable with can seem difficult and overwhelming. To help make the process a little easier, we’ve provided some guidance to make your first GYN appointment successful. Insurance Currently, insurance is [...]
Here at New River Women’s Health, we are committed to assisting women with their family planning and fertility control needs. We offer a variety of FDA-approved birth control methods, including intrauterine devices (IUDs). We want to help you fully understand the contraceptive options before making your choice, so here are our answers to some frequently [...]
Whether it’s your first “screening” mammogram or you’re in the habit of considering your mammogram as part of your yearly health routine, you know the importance of good breast health. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. More specifically, October 21st is National Mammography Day. The words “breast cancer” are scary, and no woman wants to [...]
We want to spread the word about the critical importance of early detection of ovarian cancer. September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. As the Ovarian Cancer Awareness advocacy group slogan says, it is crucial to your gynecological health to both “Get the Facts” and “Recognize the Signs.” The Importance of Early Detection Ovarian cancer [...]
When it comes to your reproductive health, certain procedures are needed only once you become sexually active. However, some risk factors may require you to have a pap smear despite your sexual history. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 14,480 women are likely to get affected by cervical in 2021. With such a forecast, [...]
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