Women's Specialists of NM

02/04/2026

Today is World Cancer Day. Let’s honor those we’ve lost, support those living with cancer, and raise awareness for better prevention and treatment options. World Cancer Day is a reminder to come together and take action against cancer. Share your story, support those affected, and advocate for people-centred care.

02/04/2026

Today we celebrate women physicians across our community and our nation 💜 To our MDs: Thank you for your dedication, compassion and commitment to providing excellent care to the women of NM !

02/03/2026

This Friday is National Wear Red Day, sponsored by the American Heart Association, bringing awareness to women’s greatest health threat, cardiovascular disease. Learn more and get ready to wear red! >> goredforwomen.org/en

02/02/2026

It's American Heart Month. Join The Heart Truth to find out how heart disease affects some communities more than others. Start conversations, share resources, and support each other to build heart-healthy habits. Learn more. >> nhlbi.nih.gov/heartmonth

02/02/2026

Join us for our next childbirth class on Saturday, February 14th, from 9am-4pm. Childbirth can be the most challenging and rewarding experience at the same time. Learn how to prepare for childbirth, what to expect after the birth, and more. Register now. >> wsnm.org/education/childbirth-classes

02/01/2026

Pain associated with menstruation is called dysmenorrhea. More than half of women who menstruate have some pain for 1 to 2 days each month. The most common type of period pain is menstrual cramps, but some women may also experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness. Comment below on the types of pain or symptoms you experience most during your menstrual cycle.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms and they can't be controlled with over-the-counter medications, talk to your provider about other treatment options

01/31/2026

Health information changes quickly. No matter how many pregnancies you've had, our refresher birth class is a great way to get reacquainted with your body, providing the expecting family with the most up-to-date recommendations. For more information, contact Kathleen Briley at (505) 843-6168 ext. 3024 or kbriley@wsnm.org.

01/30/2026

STDs are caused by s*xually transmitted infections (STIs), which are caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. A s*xually transmitted infection can pass from person to person in blood, semen, or vaginal and other bodily fluids, and doesn't always cause symptoms. A person can get s*xually transmitted infections from another person who seems healthy and may not even know they have one. Symptoms may include sores or bumps on the ge****ls or in the oral area, painful or burning urination, unusual or odorous vaginal discharge, unusual vaginal bleeding, pain during s*x, sore, swollen lymph nodes (particularly in the groin), lower abdominal pain, fever, and rash over the trunk, hands, or feet.* If you experience any of these symptoms, call us at (505) 843-6168 and talk to your provider.

*According to the Mayo Clinic

01/29/2026

Join us in celebrating National Blood Donor Month and beyond by making a difference that truly saves lives. Did you know that a single blood donation can save multiple lives? Just a 1% increase in blood donors across America could alleviate shortages and positively impact countless individuals. Learn more. >> blooddonormonth.org

Sponsored by ADRP: The Association for Blood Donor Professionals

01/28/2026

Our provider spotlight of the month is Rebecca Okun, MD. Originally from the East Coast, Dr. Okun joined the practice in 1991 after completing a four-year federal government payback at the Gallup Indian Medical Center. She has two grown daughters, three granddaughters, and one grandson. Dr. Okun is an accomplished singer and has performed with Musical Theater Southwest and Opera Southwest. She currently sings with Quintessence, A Community of Singers. Her latest interest is dog agility with her Airedale, Finley.

01/27/2026

“Inflammation is your body’s natural response to an infection, injury, allergy or virus — really anything that can cause harm. Your immune system creates inflammation to help protect and heal from injury or illness. In some cases, inflammation is exactly what you picture in your mind: swelling around a splinter in your finger or redness when you have a sore throat. But you can’t always see inflammation."

Does alcohol cause inflammation? Does sugar? Learn which foods can cause and prevent inflammation — and how to reduce inflammation in the body.

01/26/2026