More articles about: Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital

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Is it PMS or premenstrual dysphoric disorder?

For some women, it’s more than just premenstrual symptoms. 
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Endometriosis: 9 facts to know about the puzzling disease

Despite symptoms, the diagnosis often comes painfully late.
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New Study Reveals Drastic Increase in ER Visits Related to Sexual Assault

The rise in people seeking emergency medical care after sexual assault outpaces the growth of law enforcement reporting, a new study suggests. Researchers suggest potential factors behind the increase could include societal de-stigmatization of sexual assault as well as changes in how emergency medicine providers code for it, and the increasing prevalence of sexual assault in the U.S.
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Including the patient voice when addressing racial disparities in maternal health

To address persistent racial disparities and inequities in maternal health in Black and low-income communities, centering the patient voice is key.
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A New Favorite Among People Who Menstruate: Period Underwear

Have you heard about period underwear? The new technology makes periods easier and more comfortable to manage, but are they right for you? An OB-GYN shares 5 facts to know before buying a pair.
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Sexual assault related ER visits increase more than tenfold

The rise in people seeking emergency medical care after sexual assault outpaces the growth of law enforcement reporting, study suggests.
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What is period underwear?

Pads, tampons and menstrual cups aren’t alone anymore. Period underwear has become not only mainstream, but a favorite among people who menstruate. An expert answers five common questions about this popular menstrual product.
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6 things to know about your feet during pregnancy

Pregnancies entail a myriad of changes to your body, with your feet being no exception. 
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Michigan Answers: Questions About HPV

Dr. Elizabeth Campbell joins us to talk about what men AND women need to know about cancer, vaccines and sexually transmitted infections and HPV, the human papillomavirus.
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7 things to know about polycystic ovary syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome – or PCOS – is a lifelong condition that may lead to long-term health risks including infertility. Yet, many people don’t know about it until they’re diagnosed.
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More than half of hospital-based maternal deaths occur at times other than childbirth

Study suggests hospital-based maternal deaths are occurring earlier in pregnancy or postpartum – while maternal deaths occurring at the time of delivery are declining in the U.S.
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What to know about sexually transmitted infections

With rates of some STIs on the rise, it’s never been more important to understand the risks, symptoms and treatments.
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Stress, depression may be linked to harmful inflammation in Black pregnant women 

Study suggests Black pregnant individuals are more exposed to chronic social stressors that may increase their risk for negative health outcomes, racial disparities.
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Life’s gift after tragedy

A new mother with quadriplegia reflects on what she thought was an impossible dream of growing her family.
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How a support group for Black mothers is changing lives for the better

Our Village offers many women a safe space to share their motherhood journeys.