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Menopausal symptoms occur as the ovaries stop working and levels of the hormone estrogen fall. Some women have few or no menopausal symptoms, while other women have bothersome symptoms that interfere with their daily life. These symptoms often begin during the menopausal transition, before periods have stopped completely. However, there are treatments that can help.
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June 5, 2019, Pontiac, Mich. – Oakland County Health Division today announced the end of the largest local measles outbreak since 1991. The outbreak began in March when an ill traveler from New York visited the area. Forty of the 44 confirmed measles cases in Michigan occurred in Oakland County, and infected individuals ranged in age from…
Stem cells can be found within the blood housed in the placenta and umbilical cord. These cells are unique because they are the precursor to all blood cells. That means that they can transform into all kinds of blood cells, making them a valuable tool when treating serious diseases like cancer, leukemia, metabolic disorders, and…

First-time mothers may feel overwhelmed as they begin the process of gestation and eventually birth. The key to a healthy pregnancy is to have an OB/GYN that you trust there to monitor progress and help you through the experience. What should you expect when you arrive for your first prenatal visit? The First Visit The…
Vaccinations are key to preventing illness. While we think of immunizations as part of baby and child care, but they’re important for adults, too – particularly pregnant women. Flu shots Flu season is upon us, and knowing the facts about the influenza virus can help you make decisions that will keep you healthy. Pregnant women…