A message from your OB-GYN care team | Spring 2025 New global research brings both encouraging news and a serious warning for women’s health. Cancer deaths are falling — but a new threat tied to obesity is quietly rising. As your OB-GYN care team, we want to make sure you have the full picture. A […]
You may have heard of the HPV vaccine, which protects against the human papillomavirus (HPV) — the most common sexually transmitted infection. HPV is important because certain “high-risk” types can cause cervical cancer, as well as vaginal, vulvar, anal, penile, and throat cancers. You can read more about HPV from the Mayo Clinic and the […]
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is one of the most significant advancements in cancer prevention in modern medicine. Since its introduction, it has demonstrated remarkable success in reducing precancerous cervical lesions, which are precursors to cervical cancer. A recent government report highlights the profound impact of the vaccine, particularly in young women, and reinforces why […]
Endometriosis, a condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus, has long been associated with various complications and health risks for women. A recent study published in JAMA has brought to light a significant finding regarding the increased risk of ovarian cancer among women diagnosed with endometriosis. Understanding the […]
In the realm of women’s health, cervical cancer screening has long been a cornerstone of preventative care. Over the years, recommendations for screening frequency and methods have evolved as research has deepened our understanding of the disease and its underlying causes. In recent years, significant shifts have occurred in the guidelines surrounding cervical cancer screening, […]
Breast cancer is a pervasive concern among women worldwide, with early detection being a crucial factor in improving outcomes and reducing mortality rates. At El Camino Women’s Medical Group we have always, consistently recommended annual mammograms starting at age 40, repeated every year, for all low-risk women. This leads to the best chance of early […]
Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers in women and often develops during a very busy period of a woman’s life. Fortunately, between office based breast exams and regular mammograms, we’ve made a lot of headway in catching the disease at earlier and earlier stages. But recently there’s been good news on the […]
The HPV vaccine has been around now for fifteen years. It’s now recommended for everyone from age 9 to 26, and also for some adults between 27 and 45. The vaccine is a series of three shots over 6 months and helps women and men to develop immunity against the HPV virus. This allows protection […]
Guest post from Dr. Shyamali Singhal, MD Surgical Oncologist Founder of Hope & Beauty Can We Prevent Some Types Of Cancer By Changing Our Microbiome? The term “microbiome” applies to the combination of all of the gene sequences from a population of microbes in the human body. High-throughput DNA amplification and sequencing technologies of the microbial communities […]
Guest post from Dr. Shyamali Singhal, MD Surgical Oncologist Founder of Hope & Beauty What Should We Know About The “Forgotten Cancer” Why do we have a Sarcoma Awareness Month? Simply, sarcoma is still considered to be the “forgotten cancer.” Efforts to encourage research and drug development are made more challenging due to a lack of awareness […]