Pelvic Floor Disorders: What Every Woman Needs to Know
Dennis Pippenger, MD Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN Quick! What do coughing, laughing and sneezing have in common? If you answered that they can trigger the need for a bathroom right now, you already know some symptoms of pelvic floor disorder. But did you also know that pelvic floor disorders affect up to 50% of women? […]
Your Pap Test Was Abnormal. Now What?
By Dr. Polly Trainor Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN A Pap test, sometimes called a Pap smear, is often part of a pelvic exam. The test is designed to check the cells on your cervix for any changes that might lead to cancer. If you’re told your Pap test is abnormal, here are some things to […]
The HPV Vaccine: What to Know
By Dr. Katheryn Moreira Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN Did you know that the human papillomavirus (HPV) infects about 14 million people—including teenagers—each year? Or that HPV infections cause nearly 31,000 cancers a year? The good news, though, is that the HPV vaccine can prevent most of those cancers from occurring in the first place. Some […]
Why You Should Hang Out with Friends
By Kristin Lamb, CHWC As children, we were told to choose our friends wisely because those we associate with influence our actions. But there is more to it—our social interactions or lack thereof affect our health and well-being. Gallup research shows that socializing six hours per day is key for happiness and reduces stress. Here […]
Meal Planning for Your Busy Schedule
By Brittany Nelson, RD, CHWC If you’ve ever thought about making some type of change to your health, chances are you’ve thought about planning and prepping meals ahead of time. Whether you get ideas from Pinterest, other social media or from talking to your friends, it’s important to understand there isn’t one single way to […]
Gym Mirrors Aren’t Just for Selfies
By Ryan Lawson, exercise specialist When starting an exercise routine, tailoring your plan to your specific needs and goals is always essential. Along those lines, when developing a workout routine, it’s important to make sure you’re performing proper techniques. Even if you’ve been working out for a while, completing an evaluation to make sure your […]
Meal Planning for Your Personal Café
By Kristin Lamb, CHWC Our wellness coaching and nutritional counseling clients routinely request meal plans. While this is a great idea, it’s nearly impossible to figure out the personal likes and dislikes, budget, cooking style, etc., in order to create a meal plan that has perfectly balanced nutrition and is sustainable for the individual and […]
Sugar 101: Do You Know What You’re Eating?
By Brittany Nelson, MS, RD Most of us have heard that fruit juices have little to no nutritional value. But sometimes people will point out that fruit itself also has a lot of sugar. Don’t be fooled into thinking a banana has too much sugar! There’s a big difference between sugar found naturally in foods […]
The Cost of Exercise
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist Whether you’re already practicing a healthy exercise routine or you’ve finally worked up the motivation to start one, you may face an unexpected barrier to your commitment to a workout regimen—finances. There is a strong, positive relationship between being financially secure and physically active. They both contribute to a happier […]
When Silence Isn’t Golden: What to Ask Your OB/GYN
By Dr. Stephanie Brazus Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN Knowledge is power when it comes to taking charge of your reproductive and breast health. To get the most out of your appointments, you should have an open and honest exchange with your healthcare provider—and that requires a little prep work on your part. First, keep in […]