A healthy diet and routine exercise are key to a healthy lifestyle and success. In this blog post, we dive into the topics of: Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Cholesterol Blood Glucose & Diabetes High Blood Pressure At least one out of three Americans suffers from high blood pressure. Often referred to as the “silent killer,” many […]
Advertisements on television and billboards, website warnings, and telephone calls from vague clearinghouses are some of the ways many have been exposed to the word “mesh” in pelvic surgery. Often women delay getting evaluated for their pelvic floor disorder due to the negative media and their concern that mesh may be used in their treatment. […]
Miscarriage, though very common, can be quite challenging and often devastating to expectant mothers. Below, we provide answers to common questions related to miscarriage as well as information to dispel any myths. Causes & Predictors for Miscarriage The incidence for miscarriage is approximately 8 to 20 percent in early pregnancies (less than 20 weeks). Risk […]
Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) occurs when there is a weakening or tear in the pelvic floor muscles or connective tissues. This causes pelvic organs to fall downward into the vagina. This is similar to a hernia in the vaginal space. Pelvic Organ Prolapse is More Common Than You’d Think POP is a common problem. One […]
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is leakage of urine that comes from physical exertion. Activities like coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting, or running can increase pressure or “stress” to the bladder and cause leakage. SUI is fairly common and affects one out of three women over 45 years old. Women most commonly develop SUI from changes that […]
This is a question all Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) get asked quite frequently. Certified nurse midwives are the most common midwife practicing in the U.S. providing healthcare to women of all ages. While midwives have been arguably present since the dawn of time, the modern day CNM began practicing in the U.S. in the 1920s. […]
Tomorrow, WakeMed is kicking off a women’s health screening and information series, Treasure Your Chest. Come learn from experts based in western Wake County. Tuesday, October 23 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Kraft Family YMCA in Apex Attendees will learn about breast health from an oncology physician, WakeMed Cary Hospital Imaging, WakeMed Rehabilitation, WakeMed […]
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