STI Screening: 4 Reasons to Get One
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are very common; in fact, they might be more prevalent than you think. Over half of Americans will have an STI in their lifetime. There’s a stigma attached to STIs and screening, which makes people hesitant to seek medical care in the first place. But it’s important for your health to find these […]
Primary Care: What to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease as a Woman
Did you know that more than 3 million women have Alzheimer’s Disease in the United States? Studies have shown that women are more susceptible to the disease than men. Preparing for Alzheimer’s Disease is never easy. Fortunately, there are proactive measures you can take. With a primary care physician, you may be able to identify the disease early. […]
Why a Baseline Mammogram Is Important
In 2022, an estimated 287,850 women will be diagnosed with a new case of breast cancer. It’s a scary number, but there is something you can do about it—get a baseline mammogram. This diagnostic test significantly impacts the survival rates of women diagnosed with breast cancer because it helps with early diagnosis. If you are 40 or […]
Choosing the Right Primary Care Provider in Boise
The US primary care workforce now includes about 209,000 practicing primary care physicians. If you’re searching for a primary care provider in Boise, you’ll need a plan to narrow down your options. Otherwise, you might choose a provider who lacks the experience or area of expertise you need. Here are a few easy tips that can help you find a qualified […]
How Often Should You Get a Mammogram?
The controversy surrounding mammograms makes women’s health even more confusing than it already is. Women are asking, is the radiation dangerous? How often should you get a mammogram? Make no mistake; mammograms are a lifesaving technology. Today, there are even 3D mammograms that can see into more breast tissue than ever before. This new technology increased […]
What Are Some Signs of Infertility in Women?
Rates of infertility are rising at an alarming rate per year. In fact, it’s rising about 1% per year among both men and women. That’s a statistic that almost sounds apocalyptic. Considering that 20 countries now have a negative birth rate, fertility issues have become a serious world issue. If we don’t address the rising infertility rates and declining birth […]
4 Important Natural Family Planning Tips
Family planning is not a modern concept. Back in the 16th century, the Djenne people of West Africa began spacing apart their pregnancies by three years. Today, families have many more options and advanced technology that make family planning much easier. Some families choose to go the natural family planning (NFP) route. This route avoids the use […]
August Is Breastfeeding Awareness Month
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants be exclusively breastfed for about the first 6 months. But although the benefits are so well-known, rates of breastfeeding vary widely in the United States. This is because, like many aspects of womens health, there is a good deal of misinformation about breastfeeding and how it fits into early […]
OBGYN Appointment: 4 Questions to Ask Your Women’s Health Provider
Seeing your gynecologist once a year is a good practice to follow. Annual visits include several health screenings to ensure you remain in good health. However, some women may only need to have a pap smear done once every 3-5 years. It all depends on your health history. Seeing an OBGYN for family planning is a bit […]
Primary Care for Women!
Women’s Health Associates is pleased to announce that Amber Gorham, PA-C is joining our practice! Amber brings many years of experience in Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine to our practice. As such we will be able to offer a more diverse scope of Primary Care services to our patients including: general wellness/preventive care, blood pressure management, […]
