Although doctors are not certain of the exact cause of most cases of endometrial cancer, the most common type of uterine cancer, there are a number of risk factors that are strongly linked to this affliction. Here’s a rundown of some of the most common risk factors that contribute to endometrial cancer causes.

Did you know that uterine cancer is one of the most common gynecological cancers found in women over 50? According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 3% of women will receive a uterine cancer diagnosis at some point in their lives. However, with early detection and prompt treatment, the prognosis for uterine cancer is promising.

An estimated half million women globally were diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2018 and 311,000 died from it. Despite that, the World Health Organization (WHO) believes that unlike most cancers, cervical cancer can be completely eliminated. Learn more about this unique cancer, its symptoms, causes, and how to reduce your risk, detect it early, and get treatment if necessary.

A regular exam with an OB/GYN doctor is when you can address concerns and practice preventative healthcare involving pregnancy, menstrual cycles, sexually transmitted diseases, and vaginal, ovarian, uterine, and breast health. Use this handy 16-point checklist to make sure you get all your questions answered, and cover all your reproductive health bases.

While there is no vaccine that prevents all types of cancer, there is one that prevents nearly all forms of cervical cancer—an HPV immunization. Learn the facts about the human papillomavirus vaccine, why and who should get the HPV shot, vaccine types and its problems and side effects.

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and ovarian cancer is the 5th most common cancer in women. In 2022, almost 20,000 Americans were diagnosed […]