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Advances in colorectal cancer testing improve chance for early detection
Research continues to improve the testing options for detection of many cancers, allowing patients to pursue treatment when cancers are the most treatable—when they are caught early. Screening for colorectal cancer, which responds well to treatment when caught early,...
Preventing prenatal infections – Know symptoms, risks
The single most important thing anyone can do to avoid getting sick is to wash their hands thoroughly and often. But while handwashing is a critical step for pregnant women to protect their health and that of their unborn child, it’s not the only step they can take to...
New breakthroughs for treating cervical cancer
Screening and awareness have contributed significantly to catching cervical cancer early and at its most treatable stage. Now doctors are pleased with progress that is being made in alternative treatment options that can help beat later stage cervical cancer. Even...
Reducing risk is best weapon in fight against lung cancer
There is no form of cancer that kills more Americans than lung cancer. Each year nearly 200,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with lung cancer and nearly 70% die from it. But this doesn’t have to be the case. It is a fact that the vast majority of lung cancer cases...
Showing gratitude louder than words
“Thank you” may be among the most important words, simple and straightforward, when you want to show appreciation for those who are instrumental in your life and well-being, both emotional and physical. At Stark Women’s we understand that there are things more...
Understanding and ending domestic violence
The effort to end domestic violence in our communities and across the country continues to be challenged by the many misconceptions regarding who is victimized, what their options are, even what it is. As we head into Domestic Violence Awareness Month, support for...
Encouraging breastfeeding with support, education
National Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week 2023 are making a renewed effort to get the message out about the benefits of breastfeeding for both mom and baby by focusing on encouraging new mothers not to give up too soon. New and expectant moms are...
Mental health care awareness for women and minorities
During Minority Health Awareness Month, we are reminded that while we know mental health is as important as physical health, it often does not get the same attention. Getting care for mental health issues continues to be a challenge for minorities, and many of these...
Kicking the smoking habit is harder for women
Kicking the smoking habit is harder for women Ask a group of former smokers and they will tell you quitting is hard. In fact, in any given year, as many as 50% of smokers will try to quit and fewer than 10% will be successful. The World Health Organization created...
Understanding osteoporosis treatment and prevention
Both men and women are impacted by this often-symptomless disease, but women are four times more likely to develop osteoporosis, or low bone density. Some 54 million Americans suffer from osteoporosis and the painful fractures that can result from having weakened...
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Randall Starcher, MD
Jason Hoppe, DO
Megan Staub, MD
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Diane Kreitzer, NP
Julianne Yang Kar, MD
Sunitha Jagadish, MD
Melissa Vassas, DO
Eldy Lazaroff, NP