Category: Primary Care

Diabetes and Menopause – A Complete Guide

November 14, 2024 0 No Comments

Primary Care, Women's Health

Glucometer showing the results of a test to illustrate diabetes and menopause management

Navigating menopause brings many physical and emotional changes. And when combined with diabetes, this phase can add new layers to your challenges and the way...

Can You Reverse Type 2 Diabetes?

November 7, 2024 0 No Comments

Primary Care

young woman with a continuous glucose monitor to illustrate helping to reverse type 2 diabetes

A diagnosis of type 2 diabetes can feel daunting. It’s a challenging, chronic condition – but recent advances in healthcare suggest that with the right...

Hormone Therapy for Osteoporosis

September 26, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Primary Care, Women's Health

older woman and doctor looking at an x-ray of a spine to illustrate hormone therapy for osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a silent yet significant health concern that affects millions worldwide, particularly postmenopausal women. However, hormone therapy for osteoporosis can offer hope if you’re...

Postmenopausal Osteoporosis – What You Need to Know

September 12, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Primary Care, Women's Health

doctor showing x-ray of spine to illustrate postmenopausal osteoporosis issues

Did you know that approximately 10 million people have osteoporosis in the United States? And about 80% of these cases are women. Additionally, another 44...

What is an Annual Exam for Women?

September 5, 2024 0 No Comments

Primary Care

Doctor examining patient's back with stethoscope to illustrate annual exam for women

One of the most vital steps for long-term wellness is attending your annual exam for women, often part of a broader wellness checkup. In this...

When is the Best Time to Test for Hormone Imbalance?

July 25, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Primary Care

woman consulting with doctor to illustrate test for hormone imbalance

Understanding your body’s hormonal balance is essential for optimal health and well-being. Hormones regulate many of your body’s processes, and imbalances can significantly impact your...

Hormone Pellet Therapy – A Comprehensive Guide

June 13, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Primary Care, Women's Health

Woman and doctor talking, to illustrate hormone pellet therapy discussion

Hormones are crucial in regulating your body functions – from metabolism and mood to reproductive health and energy levels. That means if your hormones are...

What Are the Pros and Cons of Hormone Pellets?

June 6, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Primary Care, Women's Health

Two happy women having a discussion - to illustrate pros and cons of hormone pellets

In this post, we’re looking into the pros and cons of hormone pellets, especially focusing on bioidentical pellets. Among available hormone replacement methods, hormone pellets...

How Do I Get on Birth Control

May 9, 2024 0 No Comments

ObGyn, Pregnancy, Primary Care

contraceptive pills, condoms, and a pregnancy test kit to illustrate birth control

To access birth control, you’ll need to talk to your healthcare provider, doctor, or clinic for a prescription. Or – for condoms, certain pills, emergency...

What Happens at an Annual Well-Woman Exam?

April 25, 2024 0 No Comments

Primary Care, Women's Health

doctor and female patient in discussion to illustrate an annual well-woman exam

Do you ever feel a bit guilty when you read statistics – in case they’re pointing a finger at you? At Stella Mattina, we never...