Women's Medicine Collaborative

02/12/2025

A dedicated mindfulness practice is great for reducing stress, but did you know it could also have an impact on your heart health?

02/07/2025

Whether you're feeling under the weather or just want an annual check-up, a visit to your primary care provider is your first stop to getting help. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of your primary care visits.

Being prepared for your primary care visit can help you get the most out of your time with your provider. Follow these steps to get ready.

02/03/2025

February is American Heart Month. Learn how you can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, and why women should take extra cautions.

Heart disease has been thought of as a man's disease but we now heart disease is more common in women than once thought and their symptoms are different than men....

01/31/2025

On the last day of Cervical Health Awareness Month and Cervical Cancer Screening Month, we want to emphasize the importance of annual gynecologic wellness exams for women.

As cervical cancer screening recommendations have changed in the last few years, women were thrilled to learn they no longer needed a Pap smear every year. ...

01/27/2025

While it is common, women often will not talk about their pelvic pain. Here are some things to know to help start the conversation with your health care provider about your concerns.

It might surprise you to know that for women, pelvic pain is as common as asthma. In fact, about 15 percent of American women experience it. Pelvic pain is ...

01/23/2025

Are you trying to maintain a healthy weight for yourself – and your family too? A few simple changes in your eating, shopping and exercise routines could make a big difference.

Are you trying to maintain a healthy weight for yourself – and your family too? A few simple changes in your eating, shopping and exercise routines could ...

01/21/2025

01/20/2025

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose vision of equality and compassion inspires us every day. At Brown University Health, we are committed to creating a world where access to quality care is a right, not a privilege. Together, let’s continue to build healthier, more equitable communities for all.

✨ "Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhuman." – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

01/17/2025

If you've spent any amount of time on YouTube, you've probably come across an ASMR video. If you've ever been curious about ASMR or why it's so popular, read on.

Curious about ASMR? You are not alone. Learn about these popular and prolific YouTube videos and how they can help reduce stress.

01/15/2025

January is Cervical Health and Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Annual gynecologic wellness exams are among the most important ways for a woman to receive preventive health screening and education. Read more on our blog https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/why-women-need-annual-gyn-exams

01/13/2025

Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah or hue-guh) is about embracing the winter season, and finding comfort in coziness, enjoying time with family and friends, and being present.

Embracing the Danish idea of hygge ("hoo-gah" or "hue-guh") can make for extra cozy winters, whether you're a fan of chilly weather or not.

01/10/2025

January is National Blood Donor Month. When you donate blood, you save lives!

When you donate blood, you save lives. It is quick and easy, and right now there is a blood supply shortage that we need to address.

01/08/2025

The start of a new year is a good time to reflect on what you have learned, and what you could be doing differently. If you’re not doing anything differently then you’re not growing. This applies to your workout routine, or lack of one!

A new year is a good time start a new workout routine, but where to start? We have tips on how to make new habits stick for a healthier you.

01/07/2025

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month and Cervical Cancer Screening Month. Cervical cancer is one of the most common forms of gynecologic cancer. Read our blog for signs and symptoms, and what you can do to decrease your risk.

Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers in a woman's reproductive system, and is linked to the presence of high-risk strains of HPV.

12/30/2024

The decision to keep yourself and others safe can be made before drinking even starts. Decide that you are NOT going to drive impaired.

One person in the United States dies every 39 minutes as a result of an impaired driver.

12/27/2024

The idea of being "sober curious" is not really new. Generally speaking, someone who is sober curious is reconsidering their relationship with alcohol—taking a look at why, when, and how often they drink.

For anyone feeling "sober curious" or thinking about engaging in Dry January, here are just some of the benefits of taking a break from drinking.

12/24/2024

Season's Greetings from all of us at Brown University Health! 🌟 As you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or your cherished traditions, we wish you a holiday filled with joy, togetherness, and good health. Here's to a season of well-being and happiness! 🎄🕎✨

12/24/2024

Wishing all a happy and healthy holiday! 🎄❤️