Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
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Woman's mission is 'to improve the health of women and infants' and this blog was started to do just that, to serve as an avenue to reach out to women and their families as they go through issues such as parenting, cancer and other health related ventures.
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
2d ago
As someone who has spent the majority of my career in healthcare administration working in women’s health, I knew all the risk factors in carrying a child, especially being a Black woman ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
6d ago
In the U.S., Black women are 3-4 times more likely to suffer preterm labor and pregnancy complications, and have two times the mortality rate as White women. With these heartbreaking statistics, we want to bring awareness to the urgent maternal warning signs during Black Maternal Health Week. Seek care immediately if you are pregnant or ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
3w ago
Theresa Hood, affectionately called Miss T or T by many, just celebrated her 45th anniversary working at Woman’s Hospital where she is an imaging assistant in the Breast Center. What an incredible accomplishment. During this Women’s History Month, we are excited to recognize her dedication and outstanding work. At age 86, Hood says she does ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
3w ago
Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a common parasite found in raw or undercooked meats, game meats, unwashed fresh produce, dirt or sand, and animal feces. While more than 40 million people in the United States have the parasite, healthy people will generally not experience any symptoms and may not even know they have been ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
2M ago
Learn how proper snacking can satisfy those frequent cravings while keeping you and your baby happy and healthy ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
2M ago
Savor the Flavors of Mardi Gras with a Healthier Twist on King Cake ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
3M ago
Raising awareness of maternal mortality Maternal Health Awareness Day is Tuesday, Jan. 23 and it’s purpose is to raise awareness of maternal mortality and educate women, physicians, and families about ways they can protect and care for expectant mothers. Access to maternal health care has increasingly become unobtainable for many patients in the United States. According ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
3M ago
On New Year’s Eve, Charlesetta Jackson Irvin, who was 27 weeks pregnant with her fourth child, was going about her normal work routine when she began to experience what she thought were Braxton Hicks contractions. She got home from work at 10:00 PM and took a hot bath while her husband, Taijh Irvin, was setting off fireworks ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
4M ago
As the largest delivery service in Louisiana, we see a variety of baby names, from the most traditional to the most unique. See our area names compared to nationwide. Woman’s Girl Boy National Girl Boy Order of Popularity for CY 2023 Order of Popularity for CY 2023 1 CHARLOTTE JAMES 1 OLIVIA NOAH 2 AMELIA ..read more
Life Among Women | Woman's – Exceptional Care, Centered on You
4M ago
As temperatures begin to drop, many find themselves enjoying the onset of winter. But for those with weakened immune systems, cooler weather often accompanies respiratory virus season. Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus often found during the fall and winter months. It causes mild, cold-like symptoms and can affect individuals ..read more