• STD Testing: 4 Tips Every Woman Should Know

  15 July 2015

  Most people think it would be obvious if they had a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or infection. Unfortunately, that is not true. Many STDs show no signs or symptoms, which is why it is incredibly important that you are tested regularly. While it may be scary, it's necessary in order to maintain your health. If you are scared of getting an STD test, don't worry—you are not alone. By knowing what to expect, you can put some of your nerves at ease.

• What Is A Precancerous Polyp And How Does It Turn Into Cancer?

  19 June 2015

  If you're nearing age 50, or if you have certain types of intestinal ailments like inflammatory bowel disease, you have likely heard that you need to have a colonoscopy screening. During this screening process, a gastroenterologist, like those at Clinical Gastrointestinal Associates, PC, examines the length of your colon, or large intestine, to identify any growths that could become cancer. How do colorectal growths form? The large intestine has five layers. Starting from the inside, they are:

• 4 Little Known Facts About Midwife Birthing Centers

  5 June 2015

  When it comes to choosing the location in which you would like to give birth to your child, it can be difficult. There are many options, such as your own home, a birthing center that is made to be a comfortable setting, and a hospital. Many women may be concerned about other options other than the hospital because hospital births are considered the norm and it can be harder to find information about other birthing options.

• 3 Ways To Prepare For Your Wisdom Tooth Removal

  28 May 2015

  If you are in pain and have made an appointment to have one or more of your wisdom teeth removed, you maybe anxiously awaiting your appointment. However, if you use the following steps to prepare properly, you will find that you have a smoother experience and a more comfortable recovery. Use the tips below to help you prepare for your wisdom tooth extraction. Get Prescriptions Beforehand You may have heard that people recover from wisdom tooth removal procedures very quickly.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis: 5 Things You May Not Have Known

  23 May 2015

  Rheumatoid arthritis is a very challenging and chronic disease that causes joint pain, swelling, stiffness and limited function. It affects roughly 1.3 million American adults, with the majority of these individuals being women. Many people are aware of the symptoms of RA, which include fever, energy loss, loss of appetite and dry mouth, but there are plenty of things regarding the disease that you may be less familiar with. Some of these are discussed below.

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