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Recent Wellness Articles

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Men's Preventive Health Care

Many women have been there—urging a significant other, father, or other man in their life to take their health more seriously. With June being Men’s Health Month, we’re examining why men are less likely to visit the doctor’s office for preventative care and how to best broach the topic in conversation. 

Colorectal cancer screening guidelines

Major changes emphasize blood-based and at-home stool testing as ACS researchers aim to reduce colorectal cancer deaths by offering options to improve screening participation.

Perimenopause and heart disease

A new study in the Journal of the American Heart Association has found that women’s cardiovascular health declines as they advance to perimenopause and menopause. Specifically, findings revealed that perimenopausal women were two times more likely to have a low cardiovascular health score compared to women having regular menstrual cycles. Knowing this, it’s critical to have a plan in place to prioritize your heart health during this time of life. 

PCOS

You may have heard the recent news about PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) being renamed to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), an updated term that health professionals say better encompasses the condition.

infertility

Chances are, you or someone you know has been faced with infertility. It’s unfortunately not uncommon, with the World Health Organization reporting that about one in six people are affected by this medical condition. And for as common as it is, many carry the weight of infertility in silence or in isolation, leading to increased anxiety and emotional stress. If this is your reality, know that you don’t have to go it alone.

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