The Fidelis Care Blog

Awareness and Understanding Needed to Fight Endometriosis

3/14/2023 • Posted by Dr. Thomas Raskauskas, OB/GYN and Senior Medical Director • in Health and Wellness, In The Community, Women's Health

Endometriosis is a disease in which cells normally seen lining the uterus (womb) grow outside the uterus. About 10% of women, mostly in their 30s and 40s, are affected by endometriosis.

What Is Gestational Diabetes?

11/18/2022 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Diabetes, Health and Wellness, Women's Health

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. An expectant mother’s blood sugar levels become too high, which can cause health risks for the mother and baby.

Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer Screening

10/25/2022 • Posted by Dr. Sharon McLaughlin, Dr. Kathie Rones, Dr. Nicole Belanger-Reynolds • in In The Community, Women's Health

Although significant advancements in early detection and treatments have reduced the overall mortality rate, not all racial groups have benefitted equally. The incidence of late-stage diagnosis and overall mortality remains higher among certain minority groups, especially Black women.

Think Pink: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

10/17/2022 • Posted by By Dr. Nicole Belanger-Reynolds, Dr. Sharon McLauglin, and Dr. Kathie Rones, Fidelis Care Medical Directors • in Health and Wellness, In The Community, Women's Health

About 12%, or 1 in 8, women in the United States will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. It is the second most common cancer among U.S. women, behind skin cancer.

Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention: What You Need To Know

1/24/2022 • Posted by Dr. Jeannine Villella, GYN Oncologist at Northwell • in Health and Wellness, Women's Health

Cervical Cancer affects over 14,000 women per year in the United States. The age of cervical cancer varies, but in the United States the average age of diagnosis is 50 years old. In many cases, this is a curative disease, however in advanced stages the five year survival is less than 50%.

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