According to the American Cancer Society, more than 21,000 women were diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2015. Although the exact cause is unknown, experts do know that there are several common factors that women who are diagnosed seem to share. For example, some common factors include: women who are over 50 years old, have never…

The mere word menopause is sometimes spoken in hushed tones. The stigma associated with the changes a woman may experience may seem daunting, but this significant milestone in a woman’s life does not mean the end of healthy living and fulfillment. Thanks to advancements in medicines that treat the symptoms of menopause, many women realize…

After weeks of waiting with bated breath for spring to arrive, it looks it’s finally here! As the sun begins to peak around the clouds more often, many people are eager to get back on track with healthy lifestyle habits. From a brisk walk in the park to bike riding through the neighborhood, now is…

Pregnancy is a beautiful experience for many women, but it can also be the source of extreme stress and physical discomfort. Every woman – and every woman’s pregnancy – is different. Her body, emotions and life changes rapidly over the course of nine months and beyond. Although stress is a fact of life, undue pressure…

Flu season has been especially brutal this year, affecting millions of Americans and producing an unprecedented number of fatalities nationwide according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). While experts are unsure exactly when it may end, they predict flu season will continue at least through early March. For pregnant moms, the flu season is…