Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby: Understanding Hypertension & Gestational Diabetes
Without proper prenatal care, you could be at higher risk for conditions like hypertension (high blood pressure) and gestational diabetes. We spoke with Michele Ewing, […]
Hormone Replacement Therapy & Menopause
An Expert Debunks the Myths about HRT & Breast Cancer
The Wellness Connection
Dr. Ryan Connolly, Senior Medical Director for Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross, answers our questions about the link between mental health and heart disease and […]
Pressure Points
Dr. Dolores Roman of Independence Blue Cross answers our questions about high blood pressure and pregnancy. Who should be concerned about high blood pressure during […]
10 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), more than 300,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2024. While the majority of new cases […]
Change of Heart
Here’s what menopausal and perimenopausal women need to know about their increased cardiovascular disease risks, according to Dr. Nuria Lopez-Pajares, Independence Blue Cross Medical Director. […]
Thriving in the Fourth Trimester
Self-care doesn’t stop once the baby is born. It’s equally important for birthing parents to focus on their own needs during the postpartum period. Seun […]
Early Breast Cancer Detection Could Save Your Life—Here are Three Vital Screening Methods From a Philly Doctor
Routine screening for breast cancer is vital. “Early detection greatly increases a person’s chances of successful treatment and survival,” says Luz Ramos, M.D., Medical Director […]
5 Habits That Can Change Your Heart Health
By practicing a heart-focused routine, you can make a real difference in one of the most critical aspects of your health. Whether or not you’re […]
Do You Know Your Family Tree?
The apple doesn’t always fall far from the tree. With about one in three people in the U.S. being diagnosed with cancer during their lifetimes, […]