As an adult female, you are probably well aware that menopause is the time of your life in which menstruation ends – typically when you’re in your 40s or 50s. It is diagnosed once you’ve gone 12 months without a menstrual period. Although menopause is a natural biological process, it comes with certain unwelcome physical symptoms – such as hot flashes, night sweats, chills, irregular periods, vaginal dryness, weight gain, slowed metabolism, thinning hair, and dry skin – as well as emotional ... [Read More]
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Women’s Mental Health: The Connection Between Emotional Well-being And Reproductive Health
The body chemicals we call hormones affect both a woman’s reproductive capacity and her mental health. In addition, mental health can also affect reproductive capacity and hormones. If you are experiencing painful periods, cannot get pregnant or feel depressed after giving birth, keep reading. We’ll explore how mental health affects reproductive health. Infertility And Mental Health Between 40 to 60 percent of both men and women who have clinical depression and anxiety also struggle with ... [Read More]
Common Health Issues In Women
While both men and women contract many of the same conditions, some health issues affect women differently and more commonly than they do men. Knowing the most prevalent health issues affecting women can help them take preventive measures to ensure their overall well-being. Women's Health Issues Here are the most common health concerns among women: Heart disease This is the number one cause of death among women. In fact, following menopause, certain factors – such as higher blood ... [Read More]
Advantages of Getting Primary Care from Nurse Practitioners
Nurse practitioners (NPs) provide high-quality primary care to patients of all ages. They have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating illnesses, and today they fulfill a vital role in the healthcare industry. Because receiving health services from nurse practitioners is cost-effective, they are a highly desirable option for those looking for affordable healthcare. Let’s discuss what primary care is, what nurse practitioners do, some of the key advantages of getting primary care from ... [Read More]
About Female Healthcare And Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners
As a woman, you know how unique your health care needs are. At FamilyCare of Kent, our board-certified nurse practitioners provide the preventive care, along with diagnostics and treatments, women need for vibrant health and optimal day-to-day function. Let’s look at some frequently asked questions we receive about women’s healthcare in Kent, WA, and how our nurse practitioners provide it. What Are The Most Pressing Health Care Needs Women Have? It’s important to remember that women differ ... [Read More]
