On June 20, 2022, one week after my 38th birthday, I underwent major surgery. The doctors removed 16 fibroids and also my left fallopian tube which was regrettably blocked beyond repair. Yes, you read that...
Did you know that an estimated 20-70% of women of reproductive age currently have uterine fibroids? Board Certified OBGYN, Dr. Kerry-Anne Perkins will join our Livestream to discuss fibroids and answer all your questions.
Host: Dr....
This week we're highlighting the amazing work done by Women's Health Plus in the discussion on Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) with OBGYN, Dr. Diane Robinson-Armour.
Watch now to learn more about how this disease can affect...
It’s a dark time for women’s rights and maternal health following the US Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade confirmed on Friday 24th, June 2022. This long-awaited decision triggered widespread celebration and rage...
Have you been feeling burnt out recently? Do you find it challenging having to balance school, parenting, marriage, your career AND a side hustle?
Dr. Maxine Owusu -Emergency Medicine physician and CEO of Shea Seasons joins...
My obsession with butterflies started over a decade ago when my life gradually began to change. My friends know me as Queen Butterfly Shakelia and whilst most may know that the butterfly is my favorite...
I know why God gave me my mother…
God’s love for his children
Is infinite, consistent and sure
He is an ever-faithful father
But God needed someone to do
Down here, the everyday little things
Like cuddling us when we’re little
And...
Louisiana attorney Alyson McCord knows how to advocate for her clients. But a debilitating stroke nearly deprived her of the ability to speak for herself. After struggling for years to keep her high blood pressure...
Going to the doctor, going to the dentist—all part of taking care of your health. But going to the eye doctor? Also important! Eye exams at every age and life stage can help keep your...
Join the discussion with our women health experts:
Dr. Triphi Margaret Wallace -licensed clinical psychologist, advanced clinical hypnotherapist, trauma recovery therapist & author.
Dr. Esther Trotman - health & wellness advocate practicing holistic medicine at Star Wellness...
I turned 50 in July 2021. During my annual physical in January my doctor had made sure that I knew it was time for my first colonoscopy. With no history of issues in my family...
Cardiovascular disease is the umbrella term for all types of diseases that affect the heart or blood vessels, including coronary heart disease (clogged arteries due to buildup of fat, cholesterol, and other substances), which can...
This reflection was submitted to the Global Health Diaries following a medical trip to Uganda sponsored by the University of Vermont Robert Larner M.D. College of Medicine and the Western Connecticut Health Network. This was published in the Global Health eMagazine March 2020 edition.
In Part I of The ABCs of Sexually Transmitted Diseases series we learned about trichomoniasis – one of the three most common infectious causes of vaginal...
There are so many beautiful places to visit in the nature island, Dominica. In my previous article, I shared some of my favorite tourist locations. Here...
October 10th marks World Mental Health Day. This year has been a rollercoaster for most individuals with the unfolding pandemic resulting in loss of...
Join the discussion with our women health experts:
Dr. Triphi Margaret Wallace -licensed clinical psychologist, advanced clinical hypnotherapist, trauma recovery therapist & author.
Dr. Esther Trotman...
