Cervical Cancer Survivors: Here’s What to Expect
Hearing the news that your cancer is cured is one of the greatest and most relieving feelings! After the initial wave of happiness,... View Article
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Your Guide to Sexual Health
Each year, it is estimated that there are 20 million new cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) in the United States.... View Article
Do I Need a Pap Smear After Menopause?
Chances are, you began receiving pap smears around the age of 21, and they have since become a routine part of your checkup for years.... View Article
July is Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month
As common as uterine fibroids are, it was only a matter of time before a month was dedicated to it in an effort to help raise awareness,... View Article
Cervical Cancer Detection & Prevention
Did you know that 40 years ago, cervical cancer was the leading cause of cancer death in American women. Since then,... View Article
How Do I Know if I Have Uterine Fibroids?
Uterine fibroids are a much more common issue than you might think. According to the National Institutes of Health, one study found that between 80 and 90 percent of African American women and 70 percent of Caucasian women will develop fibroids before the age of 50. ... View Article
4 Essential Medical Exams for Women
As women, we face unique health challenges. In order to maintain long-term health, prevention and early detection of medical conditions and diseases is key.... View Article
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
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.... View Article
National Women’s Health Week
National Women’s Health Week kicks off the month of May. At Genesee Valley OBGYN we encourage women to take control of their health and to join us in taking the National Women’s Health Week pledge.... View Article
What you should know when it’s time for your first gynecology visit
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.... View Article