According to data compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a significant portion of Texas women are not screened for cervical cancer. While most women do undergo cervical cancer screenings as recommended,
Some women face an upcoming annual visit to the gynecologist with calm resignation, while others stress and worry until it’s over and done. Most of the time, the check-up goes smoothly, a mental self-care box
These days, if you say the word “vaccine” very loudly in a public place, ears will perk up and heads will inevitably turn. Vaccines are applauded and maligned, and have caused many a social media
Visiting the gynecologist for regular check-ups isn’t likely on your list of favorite things, but it’s a necessary part of being female. For those hoping for fewer tests and potentially lower costs, good news may
As modern medicine progresses, we increasingly hear stories about new medications, treatments, and research for the diseases and conditions we all face. Sometimes the news is optimistic, with improved survival rates and outcomes reported. A
Almost everyone is familiar with the seemingly never-ending litany of vaccines an infant gets and the rites of passage to get booster shots before entering kindergarten and high school. But is everyone in your family
Why does your 11-year-old son need a vaccine against human papillomavirus (HPV)? The same reason your young daughter needs one — to prevent cancer. HPV is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that affects 79 million
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