Medically reviewed by Faith Selchick, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, AOCNP, OCN, CPHQSome health changes are easy to notice. Others are quiet and easy to ignore.It may start with bloating that does not go away, feeling full after a small meal, or pain in the lower belly or pelvis.It may also be a change in appetite, bowelContinue reading “When Something Feels Off: What Women Should Know About Ovarian Cancer Symptoms”
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Liquid Gold: How WMCHealth’s Donor Milk Bank Helps Fragile Newborns
The Liquid Gold Preemie Donor Milk Bank at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital helps fill that need. It provides donated human milk to premature and medically fragile newborns until their mothers’ own milk is available.
How to Find a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist
Most pregnancies go smoothly. But some are more complex: a health condition, a concern on an ultrasound, a history of pregnancy loss, or a diagnosis that affects the baby. In those cases, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist, or an MFM, may become part of your care team.
Could You Benefit from Lung Cancer Screening?
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States. In 2023, more than 230,000 people across the country were diagnosed. Lung cancer often does not cause symptoms until it is advanced. That is why screening is so important. Finding lung cancer early can save lives.
Is It Time for Your Teen To See a Gynecologist?
Many parents think a first visit to the gynecologist (GYN) can wait until their child is older. But doctors say it helps to start earlier. Seeing a provider during the teen years can support your child’s health, answer questions and build confidence.
Croc Talk: A Pediatrician’s Perspective on the Popular Shoes for Kids
They come in every color imaginable, snap on in seconds and have become a staple in kids’ closets across the country. Crocs are beloved for their ease and fun, but are they actually good for growing feet?
The Cardiologist Who Helped Build the Cath Lab That Saved His Life
For more than four decades, Cary Hirsch, MD has helped shape cardiovascular care in the Hudson Valley. As one of the physicians who helped establish Good Samaritan Hospital’s Cardiac Catheterization Lab, he dedicated his career to bringing advanced heart care closer to home.Then, unexpectedly, he became the patient.When Dr. Hirsch experienced a serious cardiac event,Continue reading “The Cardiologist Who Helped Build the Cath Lab That Saved His Life”
Menopause Myths, Debunked: What the Science Says
Few life stages come with as much misinformation as menopause. For decades, women have been given conflicting advice from magazines, social media, well-meaning friends and even some clinicians who trained before the research caught up. The result is a swirl of half-truths that can make a normal life transition feel confusing or alarming.
Women’s Health Spotlight: Pelvic Health After Childbirth
Pregnancy and childbirth are incredible experiences that transform your body in many ways. While much attention is given to newborn care, one important aspect of postpartum recovery is sometimes left out of the conversation: pelvic health. Changes to the pelvic floor after childbirth are common, but they shouldn’t be ignored. Understanding what’s normal, what’s not and how to seek help can make a world of difference in a new parent’s comfort, confidence and quality of life.
When Pregnancy Becomes High-Risk: What to Expect from a Perinatal Team
Medically reviewed by Olivia Grubman, MDHearing the words “high-risk pregnancy” can be unsettling. For many expectant parents, the phrase raises immediate questions: What comes next? Who will be involved? Is everything going to be okay?A high-risk designation is your care team’s cue to watch more closely. It means your care team has identified factors thatContinue reading “When Pregnancy Becomes High-Risk: What to Expect from a Perinatal Team”