Gone are the days when strength training evoked well-oiled body builders hoisting huge barbells above their heads. You don't have to look like Mr. or Mrs. Universe to benefit from strength training. In fact, it is now considered an essential component of a well-rounded work out, with benefits that go way beyond achieving that elusive six-pack.
It’s hard to find anyone in America today who hasn’t been touched by breast cancer, either directly or because a loved one has struggled with the disease.
Many women have the “Baby Blues” during the first few weeks after giving birth. You may feel anxious and overwhelmed, have mood swings, or get teary over minor things.
Most people have heard about endometriosis, but what about polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? If affects nearly as many women as endometriosis, but far fewer people are familiar with the impact PCOS can have on a woman’s fertility and overall health. Learn more about this common condition that affects an estimated 8-10% of women of childbearing age in the U.S.
Congratulations! You're pregnant. Now what? If this is your first time, you may feel like you're venturing into uncharted territory as you enter the first trimester. Even if you have been pregnant before, your experience may be different this time around. Let’s review some of the changes you can expect in these early months.
Everybody experiences the discomfort of a dry mouth from time to time. Whether your mouth suddenly feels like the Sahara Desert just before you give a speech, or your mouth feels dried out from lack of hydration, an occasional occurrence of dry mouth is generally resolved by drinking lots of fluids. But if you are experiencing dry mouth frequently, it’s worth taking a look at the causes – and potential solutions.
When it comes to workouts and methods for getting fit and staying healthy, just about everybody seems to have an opinion on which approach is best. Google "best workout" and you'll immediately be served with more than 10.5 billion hits! Narrow that down to "getting fit" or "losing weight" and "staying fit as you age” and you’ll still have hundreds of millions of hits to choose from. Confused? You aren't alone.
Thinking about growing your family? It's one of the most important decisions you'll ever make, so it's important to know the facts and be as prepared as possible – no matter your age.
Working out at home skyrocketed in popularity during the early days of the pandemic. After all, with gyms closed and quarantine mandates in place, there weren't a lot of other options for embarking on a new fitness routine – or continuing the one you had in place.
Steve Jobs. Patrick Swayze. Alex Trebek. Aretha Franklin. Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Sally Ride. Besides being American icons, they all died from pancreatic cancer. Considering that pancreatic cancer is relatively rare (accounting for about 3% of all cancers in the U.S) it takes a very large toll.
A study in early 2023 revealed that one third of Americans don’t have a primary care provider (PCP) to oversee and manage their health care needs. Part of that is no doubt due to lack of access or doctor shortage in some parts of the country. Another reason is a growing number of adults who simply don’t think they need a regular doctor.
Many women contend with breast tenderness or pain. It's common to have before your menstrual cycle. Clinically called mastalgia, breast pain usually isn't a sign of something serious, such as breast cancer. Even more good news: You don't have to live with it.
Whether through misinformation, too much information, or just not understanding what we can – and should – believe, we can all be guilty of denying some basic truths about our health. Separating truth from fiction is the first step in moving away from that denial.
Almost a million people in the US are living with multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system. In MS, the immune system causes inflammation that damages brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves – all part of the central nervous system.
Hair loss can be very upsetting for both men and women. It affects your appearance and can affect your self- esteem. It can make you feel unattractive or older than you really are. Fortunately, there are treatments available that can help.
Cervical is one of the most common types of cancer in women, yet it's often misunderstood. Understanding more about this type of cancer – and what you can do to protect yourself – might just save your life.
Dr. Lombard is the Medical Director of the Women’s Heart Center at the Sobrato Pavilion at El Camino Health. She graduated from Stanford Medical School and had practiced at El Camino Health for over 20 years. She is interested in preventative cardiology especially serving women.
