Thanks to the, “I’ll start on…” mentality toward health and fitness, personal trainers and group fitness instructors see a surge in new clientele January 1st. Consistency is key, but so many have an “all or nothing” attitude toward a balanced relationship with nutrition and fitness. “Forget it, I’ve already over-eaten. I’ll just eat what I want and […]
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, exclusively breastfeeding can have positive health outcomes for mom and baby; however, we also want mom and baby to be comfortable during this time. During the first 72 hours, practicing positioning and latching baby is incredibly important to decrease pain and to have a positive and nurturing breastfeeding experience. Read […]
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1.5 million deaths could be avoided if global immunization coverage improves. As healthcare providers, we understand that there is a lot of concern around vaccinations, especially for children. We believe that, as a parent, it is your responsibility to be as educated as you can, and as a healthcare provider, […]
Folic acid is a crucial vitamin if you’re trying to get pregnant or are pregnant. Learn which foods have folic acid and why you should supplement it. Folic acid is the synthetic form of vitamin B9 (folate). It’s important to take folic acid if you are trying to get pregnant or are pregnant because it […]
Almost one in 10 women of reproductive age suffer from endometriosis, which can be genetic, according to The World Endometriosis Research Foundation. Unfortunately, there is no known “for sure” cause of this disease; however, many researchers are studying multiple hypotheses including genetic factors, immune system issues and hormonal imbalances. Read on to learn more about this disease, […]
Most of us know somebody whose life has been impacted by breast cancer. Whether they’re going through it themselves or have a close relative or friend who has been diagnosed — the disease is far too common. At Women’s Healthcare of Morgantown, one of our main priorities is to educate women about breast cancer — the […]
Your OB/GYN knows you. They understand your health needs, your concerns and your medical history. And, if you’ve been through a pregnancy and birth with your OB/GYN, they know your family, too. Can gynecologist order blood work? You rely on your OB/GYN for your reproductive care, including your annual exams and if applicable, your birth […]
Urinary tract infections (UTI), the most common of all bacterial infections, are painful. The good news is that they ARE treatable. Read on to learn more about UTIs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment WHAT IS A UTI? The urinary tract is divided into the upper urinary tract and the lower urinary tract. The upper urinary tract contains […]