Integris’ online childbirth class is ideal for those expectant parents who can’t attend an on-site childbirth class due to work schedules, time constraints, or medical conditions. The eight-chapter program is an interactive, web-based class that uses...
What is BHRT? Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy or BHRT is a natural way to overcome hormone deficiencies and hormone imbalance at any age. These hormones are delivered in the form of small pellets, which are custom compounded in a pharmacy within the United...
Many women experience hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and other physical changes with menopause. For some women, the symptoms are mild and do not require any treatment. For others, symptoms are moderate or severe and interfere with daily activities. Hot flashes improve...
With the outdoor season in full swing across the northern hemisphere, everyone’s thoughts should turn to sun protection,. That means you. Whether you have light or dark skin, have blue or brown-black eyes, always sit in the shade, or often play or bask in the...
Women age 40 years and older should begin annual mammograms to help detect breast cancer. And according to study data, newer, 3-dimensional mammograms may be better at picking up invasive tumors and avoiding false alarms than traditional breast cancer screening...
For many of us, once Halloween is over the frenzy and stress of Thanksgiving and Christmas begins. Budgets, time and resources are stretched. We hyperventilate. We overspend. We overschedule. And much of this occurs because we want to give our families a “perfect”...
What is postpartum fever, and why does it occur? It was a common occurrence in centuries past, but in recent times has become less frequent. Still, even 21st-century medicine cannot eliminate it completely. Fever in the postpartum period occurs after 5% to 7% of...
Zika virus has officially reached Oklahoma. Zika, a mosquito-borne virus, in known to cause significant birth defects when pregnant women become infected. Learn more to manage your risk and ease your mind. What is Zika Virus? How much do I need to worry?
The last thing on most women’s mind is heart disease, but as Solomon Clark learned, it’s not just a male disease. Be sure you know the symptoms and risk factors, and never be afraid to talk to your doctor if you just don’t feel right. It just might save your life....
HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, is the most widely-experienced sexually-transmitted disease. Certain kinds of HPV can lead to cervical and other cancers. Learn about the signs, symptoms, risks and the vaccines and other practices that can reduce your chances of becoming...