Jul 2, 2024
By Amanda Bowman, Family Nurse Practitioner (Prenatal care and women’s health), SICHC Pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant? Starting a family and having a baby is one of the most wondrous and...Read More
Five Common Myths about Breast Cancer
Sep 25, 2023
By Curtis Thill, M.D. The two words “breast cancer” can unfortunately strike fear into the hearts of some women. It is true that breast cancer is the most common cancer found in women, but it’s also...Read More
Breastfeeding and Young Mothers – the Gold Standard
Aug 29, 2023
The facts are in: breastfeeding your baby provides the best source of nutrition for most infants. Plus, if you breastfeed your infant, you can reduce numerous healthcare risks for both you and your baby. Besides...Read More
Six Steps for a Safe and Healthy Pregnancy
Jul 12, 2023
By Melissa Ray, FNP Pregnant or thinking about it? This is a time of excitement, anticipation – and big changes. Here are six steps to promote health and reduce risks during your pregnancy. Get prenatal...Read More
Getting on the Right Side of Breast Cancer
Sep 27, 2022
By Jennifer Shafer, MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner October is a dedicated month about two words many women don’t like to hear: breast cancer. Despite that reluctance, it’s important to be informed,...Read More
What Women Should Know About Endometriosis
Mar 9, 2022
By Melissa Ray, FNP It can first appear as chronic unexplained abdominal or lower back pain, or unusual conditions during a menstrual cycle. The pain can inexplicably get worse before and during menstruation,...Read More
What to Know About Breast Cancer
Sep 28, 2021
By Melissa Ray, FNP October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and with that in mind, here’s what you should know about breast cancer. The statistics. According to 2017 statistics, breast cancer ranks...Read More
What to Know About Mammograms
May 4, 2021
By Stephanie Frye – Family Nurse Practitioner May 9 starts National Women’s Health Week and with that in mind, let’s talk about the health of our breasts. Breast Cancer: Rates and...Read More
What You Should Know About HPV
May 4, 2021
By Stephanie Frye – Family Nurse Practitioner There are more than 150 different types of HPV. They can range in appearance from small, painless, rough-surfaced warts to larger, more painful...Read More
What to Know About Endometriosis
Apr 14, 2021
by Missy Ray, MSN Family Nurse Practitioner What is endometriosis? Endometriosis, also called “endo,” occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (called the endometrium) is...Read More
