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Category Archives: Preventative Health
There’s No Such Thing as a Healthy Tan!
The kids are out of school, the smells of grilling and sunscreen are in the air and the temperatures in Richmond have surpassed the 90 degree mark. It can only mean one thing: summer is here! As we head into … Continue reading
Posted in Preventative Health
Tagged SPF, Summer safety, Sun, Sun protection, Sunscreen, Tanning, UV safety
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The Tdap Vaccine: Frequently Asked Questions
Please note: this post was originally posted on January 8, 2013. It has been updated with new guidelines on May 28, 2013. If you are currently pregnant, Virginia Women’s Center recommends you receive the Tdap vaccine. The Tdap vaccine can … Continue reading
Posted in Obstetrics, Preventative Health
Tagged OB-GYN, Obstetrics, Pertussis, Planning pregnancy, Pregnancy, Tdap vaccine, Vaccinations, Whooping cough
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Women’s Health Screenings by Decade
Prevention is an integral part of good care at every stage of life. Check out this infographic to learn what health screenings are recommended for women by decade.
Posted in Preventative Health
Tagged Bone density, DXA scans, Gynecology, Health screenings, Mammograms, OB-GYN, Pap test, Screening tests, Well-woman exam, Women's health
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Heart Health and National Wear Red Day®
Across the country, medical institutions, companies and individuals participated in National Wear Red Day® on February 1, 2012. The staff and physicians at Virginia Women’s Center were proud to join this effort by donning red and helping spread awareness about … Continue reading