Women Caring for Women

There is a lot of good news about breast cancer these days. Treatments keep getting more effective with fewer side effects, and we know more than ever about risk factors. But as with many diseases, doing all you can to prevent breast cancer is so much better than treating it once it has started. That’s why we offer these important tips to lower your risk of developing this potentially fatal disease. http://bit.ly/2nHU5Uq

More than 13 million women have diabetes, or about one in 10 aged 20 and older. Women with diabetes have a higher risk for heart disease, blindness and depression. Here are important guidelines for recognizing, treating and preventing diabetes in women. http://bit.ly/2mr2jQL

Depression is more common among women than men, most likely due to biological, hormonal and social factors that are unique to women. Because we see a fair amount of depression in our practice, we thought it might be helpful to discuss 5 important facts about depression particularly in women that hopefully will help women AND men understand this disease so that women suffering from depression can get help. http://bit.ly/2nQhiAT

Osteoporosis affects men and women of all races, but white and Asian women, especially over the age of 50, are at highest risk. We see a lot of osteoporosis-related fractures, which is why we offer these 8 things you can do to help prevent this potentially debilitating bone disease. http://bit.ly/2nHNoBS

We continually emphasize to our patients that their diet plays an important role in the strength of their immune system. Certain foods may actually decrease your chances of getting sick, while others can help you recover more quickly if you do get ill. Here are 10 foods to eat if you want to boost your immune system: http://bit.ly/2o2vp5x

In the United States, more than 90,000 women are diagnosed with gynecologic cancer each year. Many women are unaware of the signs and symptoms associated with these cancers and do not catch them until it is too late. Hopefully this blog can help women understand what to look for and how to help prevent gynecologic cancers from developing. http://bit.ly/2hTdjDw

When it comes to female patients, most women’s health issues are not obstetric, even among women of childbearing age. That's why doctors of internal medicine (internists) are specifically qualified to offer women preventive care, education, screening and management of both acute and chronic illnesses. Read more: http://bit.ly/2idywnY

Did you know that cardiac arrest, not breast cancer, is the #1 killer in women? Yet many women miss the signs of a heart attack because they can be quite different from men's symptoms. To help you understand what to look for, what to do if you think you are having a heart attack, and how to prevent heart attacks or stroke, we urge you to read this highly informative blog by Margaret Andersen, MD, one of our Women Caring For Women internists: http://bit.ly/2fv6p5B

Westchester Health Associates is pleased to announce the new location of Women Caring For Women, its internal medicine practice focused solely on the primary care of women. Founded in March, 2006 by Nancy Beran, MD, CPE; Margaret Andersen, MD; and Deborah Kelly, MS, FNP, BC, Women Caring For Women is committed to the highest standards of quality care while managing its female patients’ healthcare needs with compassion. Women Caring For Women also offers its female patients routine gynecological care plus the treatment of complex disorders such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and thyroid conditions, using a patient-centered approach to preventive care. For location and hours, please click http://bit.ly/2ejotyg