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Mimi Vanderhaven's Fabulous Buys
Digital Mammography - New system at Southwest General's Breast Health Center delivers better images instantly
Think of how digital cameras have revolutionized the art of picture taking. Unlike photos taken on traditional film, that digital family photo in front of the Grand Canyon can be reviewed and cropped on the spot. And, if Mom blinks, Dad isn't smiling or little Jason is making a goofy face, you can detect it immediately and take another picture.
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WOMEN BEWARE! Your oversized, packed full of stuff purse, could be damaging your body. Curious how or why? Check out Kelly Becker, DO, of Southwest General Medical Group Inc., on "That's Life with Robin Swoboda" to learn more.
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Mammography is one of the most effective methods for detecting breast cancer early. Southwest General's Breast Center offers the latest in mammography technologhy - Digital Mammography. Cathy Graham, MD, breast surgeon, explains more on the "Family doc at four o'clock." Click here to listen!
Mimi Vanderhaven's Fabulous Buys, Oct. 22, 2009
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Southwest General presents the inspiring stories of four women, each of whom found hope at the UH Ireland Cancer Center at Southwest General. Read an article by Mimi Vanderhaven's Fabulous Buys.
Top Health Concerns for Women
Prevention and early detection is key to avoiding and treating most health problems. That’s why Kelly Becker, DO, a family practice physician with the Southwest General Medical Group, Inc., suggests that women visit their physicians at least once a year to get routine tests and screenings for early detection of breast and cervical cancer and cardiac conditions, like high cholesterol.
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Breast cancer is topic of everyone's mind throughout the month of October. Brush up on breast cancer facts, proper prevention and treatment with Cynthia Zelis, MD, of Southwest General, on Spotlight 5!
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while we are all used to hearing the negative stories about breast cancer, there is good news in the fight against it. Dr. Karyn Abdallah shares more with Robin Swoboda on "That's Life with Robin Swoboda."
Intereted in learning more about new, less-invasive treatment options for incontinence? Are your bones starting to ache and is osteoporosis becoming a problem? Learn how you can prevent and treat osteoporosis and learn more about incontinence by reading this article by Drs. John Alton and Sujaya Vijayakumar.
Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among women under the age of 50. That doesn't have to be the case. Dr. Johanna O'Neill explains how cervical cancer can be treated if caught early and prevented by two regular tests essential to detection. Are you planning for a baby? Learn how a healthy body improves your chances of getting pregnant and how to enjoy a healthy, successful pregnancy with Dr. David Seals. Learn more by reading this article by Drs. Johanna O'Neill and Dr. David Seals.
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Controlling Menorrhagia: Modern treatments for heavy periods!
"Nobody should ever have to suffer from heavy periods," insists Shirley Bennett, MD, an obstetrician/gynecologist on the Medical Staff at Southwest General. "If you are missing a day of work due to menorrhagia you should definitley do something about it." To learn about treatment options and more, please read this article by Dr. Shirley Bennett.