Cervical cancer usually does not cause symptoms until it is advanced. A new guideline makes it easier to detect when precancerous changes are already developing.

Seeing the doctor when you're sick is a step in the right direction, but it's only a small piece of the wellness puzzle overall. Getting annual checkups reduces your chances of dealing with a chronic ...

We all know we should go to the doctor more regularly to make sure everything is in order, but finding the time isn’t always easy. However, it could save your life. Prevention, or catching something ...

As women get older, our risk for certain chronic diseases increase. We can thank the aging process itself, and the loss of estrogen’s protective effects after menopause. Older women are more prone to ...

Shawn and Nikki Cannon are firm believers in getting their routine wellness exams, and their story is an excellent reminder to stay on top of regular screenings — and nudging your friends and loved ...

Does Medicare cover annual physical exams? I’ve gotten a physical every year since I turned 50 and would like to find out what Medicare covers when I sign up in a few months. Almost 65 Dear Almost, No ...

Seniors are a growing and increasingly prosperous demographic. As the senior population increases, a greater emphasis must be placed on keeping aging individuals healthy. Wellness checks are important ...

Today is International Women's Day! The Portland Clinic of Holistic Health is celebrating International Women's Health Day! To celebrate we are hosting several free wellness classes coming up on women ...

We know, we know: We should go to the doctor more regularly to make sure everything is in order, but finding the time isn’t always easy. However, it could save your life. Prevention, or catching ...