3W Medical Blog
From Our Podcast: Episodes about Reproductive Loss
Reproductive loss—whether from miscarriage, stillbirth, abortion, or infertility—is known to cause…
Intermenstrual Bleeding
The menstrual cycle is typically between 21 and 35 days. A menstrual period typically lasts...
The Mental Health Benefits of Physical Activity
Most people are aware that physical activity or exercise contributes to physical health…
From Our Podcast: Episodes about Sexual Assault
Few things in life are more difficult to talk about than sexual assault. Sometimes it can be easier just to listen…
From Our Podcast: Episodes about Vaginal Care & STIs
We’ve compiled a playlist of all our episodes specifically related to STIs and vaginal care…
From Our Podcast: Episodes about Pregnancy
We’ve compiled a playlist of all our pregnancy-related episodes for those of you who…
Outside Looking In
We live in a world filled with mysteries. One of the most amazing mysteries is the human body…
Quick Facts About Amenorrhea
The menstrual cycle comes about due to hormonal increases, decreases and interactions…
A Rundown on Vaginitis
Vaginitis in an inflammation of the vagina that can result in discharge, itching, abnormal discharge and pain…
Menstruation and Women’s Health
Evidence-based research indicates that most women do not understand how their bodies, hormones…
Prenatal Infection Prevention
One of February’s national health observances is Prenatal Infection Prevention. We suggest that you learn more…
Simple Facts and Myths About UTIs
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) occurs when any part of the urinary tract become infected by bacteria…
The Choice to Breastfeed
Every woman deserves and has the right to receive complete, balanced, and nonjudgmental…
Breast Exams: What to Expect and What You Can Do to Screen for Breast Cancer
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “not counting some kinds of skin cancer…
Instruments Used And What To Expect During Your Pelvic Exam & Pap Smear
The purpose of this blog is to share some details that women may like knowing about having a pelvic exam…
The Lowdown on Sexually Transmitted Infections
These are some common misconceptions we hear during appointments: I would know if I had…
Nutrition & Weight Gain During Pregnancy
How much weight should I gain? What foods should I eat or avoid? Every pregnant woman asks these questions…
Healthcare Disparities in Ecuador - Obstetric Fistulas
The summer I graduated from nursing school, I went on a surgical mission trip to San Pedro, Ecuador…