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Reproductive health information, explained clearly

Questions about your health don’t always come up during an appointment. They show up later—when something feels off, when you’re weighing a decision or when you just want to understand what’s normal.

The WHA blog is here for that in-between space. You’ll find articles written and reviewed by our clinicians, covering gynecology, pregnancy and overall health. The goal is simple: give you information that’s accurate, understandable and actually useful.

While helpful, these articles are not a substitute for medical care from a licensed professional. Read our medical disclaimer and website terms of use.

 

Your guide to breast cancer screening
WHA Staff Oct 1, 2025

Your guide to breast cancer screening

When it comes to your health, knowledge and proactive care are powerful tools. This is especially true in breast health, where detecting cancer early can lead to more treatment options and better outcomes. Most breast cancers are found in people with no known genetic link, which is why routine screening is so important. The goal…
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Silent heart attack symptoms in women: key signs you shouldn’t ignore
WHA Staff Jan 17, 2025

Silent heart attack symptoms in women: key signs you shouldn’t ignore

While a growing body of evidence points to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease among gender diverse people assigned female at birth, the data is still limited. For the purposes of this article, we’ll be using the term “women” and acknowledge most of the information is based on studies of cisgender populations. Suggestions for maintaining…
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Preventive care beyond Pap smears: the screenings to keep in mind
WHA Staff Jan 15, 2025

Preventive care beyond Pap smears: the screenings to keep in mind

Preventive reproductive health care isn’t just about Pap smears—it’s about catching small changes before they become bigger issues. Your gynecologist, nurse practitioner or nurse-midwife partners with you at every life stage, from first visits through menopause. At WHA, we provide many of these screenings in-house—like Pap tests, mammograms and STI checks—while others (such as colorectal,…
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Top 10 health benefits of regular physical activity at every age
WHA Staff May 17, 2024

Top 10 health benefits of regular physical activity at every age

It seems like there are not enough hours in the day to get everything done. And when life gets busy, exercise is usually one of the easiest things to drop. There are always excuses, and many feel completely valid because of the energy they require: work, children, commitments. But the simple, annoyingly certain truth is…
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How women’s bodies change with age
WHA Staff Mar 25, 2024

How women’s bodies change with age

Most of us envision living into old age, but few of us like the physical changes of actually getting older. We often see patients who are distressed (either a little or a lot) about their changing bodies. And we get it! We have changing bodies, too. Here’s the thing: we don’t have an option when…
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Here’s how to talk to your doctor about your sex life
Kendra Elliottgreen, CNM, DNP Feb 12, 2024

Here’s how to talk to your doctor about your sex life

Who wants to do something they don’t enjoy? Especially when it comes to sex. Ideally, sex feels more than enjoyable…like, downright pleasurable. But with so many stigmas, expectations and misinformation about how it should feel, getting there physically and mentally can feel like an impossible-to-reach standard. And typically, your healthcare provider may be the last…
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Tips for talking to your kids about sex
Kendra Elliottgreen, CNM, DNP Feb 12, 2024

Tips for talking to your kids about sex

If we’re being honest, parents are usually the last people teens want to talk to about sex. And if we’re being really honest, parents probably don’t enjoy talking to teens about sex all that much either. It can be hard, uncomfortable and a little nerve-wracking for both sides. But during a time when information—good, bad…
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Fallopian tube removal and ovarian cancer prevention
WHA Staff Feb 7, 2024

Fallopian tube removal and ovarian cancer prevention

Removing the fallopian tubes—the curved ducts that connect the ovaries to the uterus to transport the egg—is now recommended in certain situations to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer. In the past, if someone was having a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) for reasons other than cancer (such as abnormal bleeding, pain, fibroids, prolapse, etc.),…
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What's the difference between mindfulness and meditation?
WHA Staff Dec 8, 2023

What's the difference between mindfulness and meditation?

You may hear the terms mindfulness and meditation used interchangeably. While they both have important benefits for our well-being and behavioral health, they differ. Mindfulness can be incorporated into every aspect of life. It is about being aware of what is happening right now rather than being caught up in worries about the past, fears…
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Information you can come back to

There’s no single starting point when it comes to women’s health. Some people are looking for answers about a symptom. Others are preparing for a visit, or trying to make sense of a diagnosis.

Our blog brings together perspectives from WHA providers to help you sort through those moments. The content is grounded in clinical experience, but written for real life—so it’s easier to connect what you’re reading to what you’re feeling.

By exploring our blog, you can:

  • Get a clearer understanding of symptoms and conditions
  • Learn what your options may look like
  • Find information that reflects different life stages
  • Feel more prepared going into a visit

Whether you’re here with a specific question or just trying to get oriented, this is a place to start.

FAQs

What topics are covered in the WHA blog?

You’ll find articles on gynecology, pregnancy, postpartum care, reproductive health and general wellness, all developed with input from WHA providers.

Is this medical advice?

No. This content is for general education and isn’t a substitute for care from your provider.

Who writes the articles?

Content is created in collaboration with WHA clinicians and reflects their experience caring for patients across different stages of life.

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