Women's Health
How not to let a mastectomy ruin your love life
A mastectomy does not have to mean the end of your love life. Losing a breast is not what love or sex is all about in the first place. A loving partner will help you celebrate life.
The statistics on breast cancer indicate the key to survival is early detection
Statistics on breast cancer show the importance of early detection of the disease and each and every woman should take their breast health seriously.
4 reasons not to get breast augmentation
There are many reasons you should not undergo breast augmentation surgery. Here are a few reasons family physician Dr. Leong is against the surgery.
Research finds brachytherapy and radiation treatment may lead to complications in treatment of early stage breast cancer
If you have the misfortune of being recently diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, there are some new female health concerns about treatment therapies and the risk of complications that you should be aware of.
What are the tests used to diagnose breast cancer?
If you have been told you need additional testing to diagnose breast cancer, do not be afraid and get the tests done quickly. Early diagnosis has the best outcome.
Symptoms and signs of breast cancer
Knowing the signs and symptoms of breast cancer can help save your life and put you on a path to recovery.
Heath concerns for women over 50
All women experience health issues no matter what their age is, but for mature women, unfortunately there are likely to be a few more female health concerns to look out for.
Pregnant at 50: The menopause baby
There could be greater risks in mid-life pregancies, but technology has made it easier. Women over 50 are deciding to have babies.
Excess belly fat in women can bring about undesirable health consequences
Learning how to reduce and control belly fat is a choice women have. The secret to living healthier without the belly could be simple lifestyle changes.
An overview of breast reduction surgery
An overview of breast reduction surgery including: The best ways to get health insurance coverage, what the surgery is, the risks involved and breast reduction recovery.
Nip and tuck: Risks and benefits of breast lifts for ladies
All cosmetic procedures have risks and benefits that should be determined before surgery. A breast lift can restore a youthful appearance but there are risks.
Bone strengthening drug shown to boost breast cancer survival rate
A new study shows a drug believed to strengthen bones may now improve breast cancer survival rates.
Can the occasional spirit increase your risk of breast cancer?
Recent studies indicate that the connection between alcohol consumption and breast cancer are more dangerous than suspected, especially for women over 50. Even a single cocktail or glass of wine each evening is actually enough to increase the risk of developing breast cancer.
Reducing your risk of breast cancer
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women in America. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the risk of breast cancer that all women should be aware of so that they can make the effort to stay healthy. It is also a smart idea to be aware of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer so that you can get an early screening if needed.
The overwhelming beneficial impact of yearly mammograms
The benefits of yearly mammograms far outweigh the uncomfortable test procedures women have to deal with. Yearly mammograms can reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer by 35%.
