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Cancer Genetics

Should I Choose Genetic Cancer Screening for Myself?

Genetic cancer screening is a complex topic, which is why doctors like Dr. Tamar Goldwaser work to help patients understand their risk and options. On an ...
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Cancer Screening

Breast Cancer Awareness: Answering Top Questions

On a recent episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Christina Weltz joined the podcast to review the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Dr. Weltz is an assistant professor of surgery ...
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Cancer Genetics

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Recommends Hereditary Cancer Risk Assessment

If you are a patient at Carnegie Women’s Health, you may have discussed your personal or family history of certain types of cancer with your ...
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STDs

When Should You Get Tested for STIs?

STI testing can be daunting and overwhelming, but is a normal and important part of caring for your health. At Carnegie Women’s Health, our OB/GYNs can guide you through your options. ...
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uterine cancer
Cancer Genetics

Understanding Endometrial and Uterine Cancer

Uterine cancer, or more specifically endometrial cancer, is the most common type of gynecological cancer in the United States. For this reason, it is important ...
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Urology

Suffering from Urinary Incontinence? What You Need to Know

On our Healthful Woman podcast, Urogynecology specialist Dr. Alan Garely explained the basics of urinary incontinence in women.  In this blog, we will review a ...
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GYN

Fibroids: Symptoms, Treatments, and More

On an episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Silverstein explained a very common gynecological condition known as fibroids. In that episode, Dr. Silverstein reviewed what fibroids are and what symptoms and ...
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Cancer Screening

Cervical Cancer: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment

On Healthful Woman, GYN Oncologist Dr. Monica Prasad-Hayes explained testing, treatment, and symptoms of gynecological cancers, which includes cervical cancer. In that episode, Dr. Prasad-Hayes and ...
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Cancer Screening

What is a Colposcopy?

If you have had an abnormal Pap test result, your doctor is likely to suggest a colposcopy in order to make a diagnosis. This is ...
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Birth Control

What Are My Long-Term Birth Control Options?

For patients who are done having children or simply do not want to have children, long-term birth control options are available. To learn which one ...
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