What kind of hysterectomy is best for you? August 04, 2016 | Kristina Lindgren Most hysterectomies are performed as open surgery, but if the patient is eligible, a vaginal approach is safer and more comfortable. Learn how... Read More Tags aging women's health
More evidence of gender differences in cardiovascular assessment, care July 21, 2016 | Patricia Harriman An European survey finds that male general practitioners are less likely to assess cardiovascular risk in women. UCI Health cardiologist Dr.... Read More Tags heart health prevention primary care women's health
Do tanning beds put you at risk for melanoma? May 02, 2016 | Kristina Lindgren Melanoma, the deadliest of skin cancers, is becoming dangerously more common — especially among women under age 40. The increase is being... Read More Tags skin cancer addiction prevention health tips women's health
Heart disease is No. 1 health threat for women February 19, 2016 | Patricia Harriman Heart disease kills six times as many women each year as breast cancer. While it's the leading cause of death in the U.S., it's also the number one... Read More Tags heart health women's health prevention
Surviving ovarian cancer can depend on income, location January 05, 2016 | Robert Bristow, MD, MBA The likelihood of surviving ovarian cancer too often hinges on where you live and how much money you make, according to studies. However, there are... Read More Tags ovarian cancer cancer women's health specialty services
Radiation during breast cancer surgery an option for some patients October 30, 2015 | Patricia Harriman Some women with early breast stage cancer may have the option of receiving a single, concentrated dose of radiation in the tumor cavity while in... Read More Tags breast cancer cancer women's health