- October 27, 2016
Tags: cancer, Chicago, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, sexuality, Andrea Karoff, mental health, breast cancer
7 out of 10 breast cancer survivors struggle with issues related to their sexual health two years after diagnosis. An expert offers advice for women.
- October 26, 2016
Tags: risk assessment, breast cancer screenings, mammograms, Dr. Gale England, Downers Grove, American Cancer Society, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, breast cancer
With one in eight women developing breast cancer during their lifetime, early detection is key.
- October 25, 2016
Tags: gynecologic oncology, Dr. Nikki Neubauer, Ill., Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, pregnancy, breast cancer, Downers Grove
While breast cancer during pregnancy is rare, it can be difficult to diagnose. Nearly one out of every 3,000 women is affected.
- October 24, 2016
Tags: dreyer, gynecologist, women’s health, Advocate Dreyer, vagina health, vagina, Saint Charles, Advocate Dreyer Medical Group, North Aurora, Dr. Dipti Patel, OB/GYN
A funny smell? Discharge? An OB/GYN answers a few questions you may be too embarrassed to discuss with your doctor.
- October 24, 2016
Tags: breast cancer, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, survivor, stories of the girls, Lauren Wakefield, healing heels
After being diagnosed at 26, Lauren Wakefield is inspiring other women through Healing Heels.
- October 21, 2016
Tags: pregnancy, Joan Schiller, pregnant, Barrington, Mom, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, nurse, family
She put a spotlight on starting a family at the age of 50, but is it safe?
- October 20, 2016
Oncologists report a frequent question after a cancer diagnosis is “how do I tell my kids?” An expert offers advice.
















