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Your body is uniquely yours. It has individual needs, and your health care should support that. Integrative medicine is the modern way to combine everything your body needs into one seamless system.

Are you considering birth control but not really sure if it’s right for you? Birth control can do so much more than just prevent pregnancy. Read on to learn about the many benefits of using birth control.

Do you keep avoiding your regularly scheduled Pap smear appointments? Though they may be uncomfortable, Pap smears are incredibly important to your overall health. Read on to learn why you need them.

Are you gaining weight despite your best efforts? If you’re a woman approaching menopause, a decrease in important hormones may be leading to weight gain. Learn how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help.

Anyone who’s had sex should get tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) at least once. Even if you use protection, you can still be at risk for contracting an infection. Keep reading to learn which STDs you should get tested for and when.

Dealing with the physical and mental effects of menopause in your workplace can be frustrating and even embarrassing. Try these 10 strategies to help reduce your symptoms and let you function normally at work.

Do you have painful or heavy periods? Have you experienced pain while urinating or during sex? These are just a few symptoms women often ignore when they have endometriosis. Unfortunately, that can put their fertility at risk.

If your Pap smear test has come back with an abnormal result, you probably have questions about what it means, and what you should do next. Read more to learn about how to respond to an abnormal pap smear result.

While men and women both can suffer from urinary tract infections (UTIs), women are more likely to be affected. On top of that, some women are prone to persistent re-infections, or chronic UTIs. Learn what you can do about this condition.

Pelvic pain can make it impossible to carry on with your life. What’s more? It can be frustrating to know if the cause is minor or requires medical treatment. Read on to learn the most common causes of pelvic pain and when to call your doctor.

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted disease. If you’re a woman with HPV, you could be at risk for developing a number of conditions. Read on to learn what an HPV diagnosis could mean for your reproductive health.

Menopause is a time of great change in your life and body that can lead to anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Thankfully, there are treatments that can help your physical symptoms as well as your emotions.

An annual pelvic exam is a normal part of every woman’s healthcare program, but it’s often a source of anxiety or embarrassment. We give you the lowdown on what to expect to help put your mind at ease.

Having a hard time deciding which birth control option is right for you? There's a lot to think about. Cost, effectiveness, side effects. Here's what to consider when choosing the best contraceptive for your lifestyle.

Traditionally, a diagnosis of uterine fibroids often meant a hysterectomy was in your future. But this doesn’t always have to be the case. Integrative medicine offers a variety of fibroid-shrinking tools.

Getting your annual well-check may feel so routine by now that it catches you by surprise if your Pap smear results come back abnormal. If that’s the case for you, here’s the comprehensive care to expect moving forward.

Do you want to keep menopause at bay for as long as you can? Researchers say certain conditions and lifestyle factors can bring it on early. Learn what you can do to decrease your chances of entering menopause too soon.

A woman’s journey through life is fraught with change, largely governed by her reproductive system. If your sexual confidence is taking a beating along the way, we can help with our innovative MonaLisa Touch® system.

The average person gains nearly a pound during the holiday season. You don’t have to fall victim to holiday excess. Instead, follow these eight tips to avoid holiday weight gain.

The frequent urge to urinate, or leaking urine when you laugh or sneeze, can get in the way of a fun, full life. You don’t want to live with this, and now you don’t have to. Modern treatments against urinary incontinence put you back in control.

Are you struggling to become pregnant? Clomid stimulates ovulation and increases your chances of conceiving. To decide if Clomid is right for you, learn about at its success rates and how it can boost your chance of becoming pregnant.

Are you suffering from symptoms associated with hormonal imbalance at menopause? Maybe you’re unfamiliar with the condition. Here are a few details on how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy might be the solution you have been seeking.

Are you considering permanent birth control? If so, you may have questions about the options that are available. Dr. Mark Schumacher has answers!

The effects of menopause on women’s sexual health have long been swept under the rug, leaving women to suffer in silence. But there’s a breakthrough laser treatment that’s changing the way women overcome painful intercourse after menopause.