BREAST CANCER
One in eight women will get breast cancer at some point in their lives. But, if it is detected early, breast cancer can often be successfully treated. Find out how.
"In general, women are so good at taking care of everyone around them that it's often hard to get them to take a step back and take care of themselves."
Dr. Jennifer Johnson, Internist, Advanced Healthcare
OSTEOPOROSIS
Osteoporosis is a serious condition that can lead to painful injury, but it isn't an inevitable side effect of aging. Getting adequate calcium and exercise can prevent osteoporosis, and certain medications can help fight bone loss. If you're at risk for osteoporosis, talk to your doctor about having a bone density scan so you and your doctor can plan an appropriate course of prevention. More about osteoporosis.
"The number of women who die following a hip fracture far exceeds the number of women who die from breast cancer. People don't understand that osteoporosis is such a devastating disease, that it's more than just a broken bone,"
Dr. Gerald Vitamvas, an OB/GYN with Advanced Healthcare
HEART DISEASE
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of American women. Although it is typically viewed as a man's disease, more women actually die of heart disease each year than do men. Are you at risk?
"Women often mistakenly think they are exempt from heart disease. They are more worried about getting cancer, which of course is a concern but, in fact, twice as many women die from cardiovascular disease than die from cancer."
Dr. Paul Weisman, cardiologist with Advanced Healthcare
THYROID DISORDERS
Many women commonly experience symptoms such as mood swings, irregular periods and changes in skin or hair texture. Typically, these signs would point to normal conditions like aging, stress or menopause. These seemingly benign symptoms can indicate a potentially serious metabolic disorder in the thyroid. Find out why.
"There are no natural treatments for thyroid disease, and the main risk factor is a family history of thyroid disease."
Dr. Rajeev Jain, endocrinologist with Advanced Healthcare
INFERTILITY
Right now, there are 6 million couples in the United States desperately trying to conceive a baby. Improved medical techniques have made it easier to diagnose infertility problems and successful treatments are available. What are the options?
"It's important to get a complete work-up, which takes two to three cycles to complete. You can get a diagnosis quickly and begin treatments. Two-thirds of the patients need just first-line therapy, which lasts from six to 18 months."
Dr. Grace Janik, Director of Reproductive Endocrinology, St. Mary's Hospital
OVARIAN CANCER
Sometimes called the forgotten cancer, ovarian cancer can go untreated because it has vague and often confusing symptoms. Don't ignore the warning signs.
"As far as early detection is concerned, I encourage patients to be assertive with their gynecologic health management and push physicians to perform complete pelvic exams, all the time."
Dr. David L. Hoogerland, Gynocologic Oncologist, Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
CLINICAL TRIALS
Clinical trials are medical research studies designed to answer specific questions about new therapies, procedures, or treatments, by testing them in people. Learn more about how you can help.
