Being a woman is hard work. We learn about our bodies from mothers, friends, classes, the internet, and doctors. There’s one condition—a very common one— that’s often overlooked: pelvic organ…
Varicose veins are a unique vascular condition that, if left untreated, can also have serious health consequences, such as permanent skin damage and weeping sores around the foot and ankle.…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is extremely common. Many studies indicate that up to 20% of American adult individuals may suffer from IBS, although this condition does not discriminate against age…
No one looks forward to colon cancer screening, but it is an important tool to helping you stay healthy. Find out the answer to some commonly asked questions below. A…
Winter can be a difficult time for children when it comes to their health. Illnesses, staying active and adjusting back to school schedules after winter break can make staying well…
Approximately one in three adults in the United States is obese, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The health consequences of obesity are staggering: it dramatically increases…
Most people only think about the bathroom when they have to go. But for Pamela G., a 69 year old Portland native, bathrooms were all she could think about. Four…
Quitting isn’t just about your lungs. Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body, from your brain to your bones. Thankfully, even those that have smoked for decades can benefit…
Screening for lung cancer involves a test that can detect a cancer before there are any symptoms. Screening for certain types of cancer has been shown to reduce deaths by…
