News and Events
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LISTERIA INFECTION ALERT
Listeria can be fatal (deadly) to both a pregnant woman and her unborn child. Please read the following article to learn what to avoid to keep yourself from becoming infected.
(posted: 06/06/2011) -
Makena and Preterm Birth Medication
(posted: 04/04/2011) -
Ovarian Cancer
Why have a yearly exam when a Pap smear isn't indicated? Dr. Hoch explains the current recommendations for ovarian cancer screening.
(posted: 10/13/2009) -
Influenza. H1N1. Will it affect you?
(posted: 10/05/2009) -
How much is too much?
Weight gain during pregnancy.....how much is too much? How much is not enough? This short article gives Dr. Head's advice on appropriate weight gain during a pregnancy based on the newest research.
(posted: 05/28/2009) -
Study adds to evidence of vaccine safety (from Yahoo News)
Many parents have been worried about vaccines which contain mercury causing autism in their children. This is yet another scientific article which fails to find any connection between thimerosol and autism. This should provide further reassurance about standard vaccinations for children. Please click on the title for the entire article.
(posted: 01/26/2009) -
Cesarean Sections
We want to reassure you that both c-sections and vaginal deliveries are very safe and serious long-term complications are very rare. Nonetheless, as patients continue to consider elective c-sections, it is important to remember that often the advantages which are easy to articulate are counter-balanced by risks which, although rare, are potentially serious. This information should be taken under consideration when deciding on an elective cesarean section. This is a major decision to be made in partnership with your obstetrician who understands your particular pregnancy and potential risk factors. Please click on the title for the entire article.
(posted: 01/26/2009)
