Endometriosis is more than just “bad period cramps.” It’s a complex condition that affects 1 in 10 women and girls, yet myths and misinformation still surround it.
From misconceptions about infertility to the truth about treatment options, it’s time to set the record straight. Learn more about the realities of endometriosis and how WMCHealth provides compassionate, comprehensive care.
Measles cases are rising across the U.S., including in New York, with most infections occurring in unvaccinated individuals. Measles spreads easily and can lead to severe complications like pneumonia and hospitalization.
The best protection? Vaccination. The MMR vaccine is highly effective, and the CDC recommends two doses for children. Adults unsure of their status should check with their doctor.
Stay informed and take action to protect yourself and your community. WMCHealth Physicians are here to help.
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At WMCHealthm, we are offering freedom from blood thinners while protecting against stroke. This tiny, umbrella-shaped implant has helped thousands of patients say goodbye to:
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“Having performed hundreds of successful WATCHMAN procedures, our team has seen firsthand how this technology transforms patients’ lives,” says Gunjan Shukla, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist at Good Samaritan Hospital, WMCHealth.
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With only 40 percent of women in the U.S. entering pregnancy with optimal heart health, the need for specialized cardiac care during pregnancy has never been more urgent. WMCHealth is meeting this challenge head-on with an innovative program that brings together cardiology and maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialists under one roof—a collaboration that’s transforming care forContinue reading “Ensuring Women’s Heart Health During Pregnancy: WMCHealth’s Comprehensive Care Approach”
“I don’t remember much, honestly,” Del Santo recalls. “One minute I was playing, and the next, I woke up in the hospital.”
When 29-year-old Tania Zuniga learned she needed brain surgery for the second time in two years, she expected another long hospital stay. Instead, she was home just hours after her procedure, thanks to an innovative treatment approach being explored at WMCHealth.Zuniga was first diagnosed with a benign meningioma in 2023, following surgery to remove aContinue reading “Same-Day Brain Tumor Surgery: A New Era in Neurosurgical Care at WMCHealth”
Medically Reviewed by Edmond Ritter, MDIn recent years, breast reductions among women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) have been gaining popularity. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reported a 54 percent increase in breast reduction procedures from 2019 to 2022 and a 7 percent increase in 2023 alone.While getting a breast reductionContinue reading “Pain Relief, Confidence Fuel Breast Reduction Surge”
Lorenzo Beronilla is an actor and former tennis player who gained recognition as a food influencer. His initial fame came as a regular on the widely popular, Epicurious YouTube “Four Levels of…” series, which has tens of millions of views. Lorenzo later competed – and won – an episode Bravo TV’s Top Chef Amateurs series. Healthy and fitContinue reading “After a Heart Transplant This TV Chef Has a New Life Recipe”
Medically reviewed by Amala Chirumamilla, MDHeart attacks aren’t discriminatory — they can affect anyone, regardless of gender. However, the signs of a heart attack in women can sometimes differ from the classic symptoms often portrayed in the media. Understanding these signs is crucial for timely intervention and potentially life-saving actions.What to Look ForLearn to RecognizeContinue reading “Women Can Have Heart Attacks, Too: Signs You Should Know”
Alcohol is now recognized as the third leading preventable cause of cancer in America, behind tobacco and obesity.
