Women’s Health Posts

Women throughout north central Indiana trust Logansport Memorial Hospital with their health care needs. Our Women’e Health Center offers care ranging from routine gynecological screenings and treatments to more complicated surgeries and cancer care. When a hysterectomy is warranted, it is performed by specialized gynecological surgeons. 

Cholesterol plays a major role in a person’s heart health. High blood pressure is a significant risk factor for coronary heart disease and stroke. That’s why it’s important to know your cholesterol levels. But the terms used to describe cholesterol can be confusing. HDL, LDL, Triglycerides… “good cholesterol”… Let’s learn what those terms and numbers mean […]

As mammograms become more common, thankfully more breast cancers are caught at early stages – before common warning signs even occur. However, not all cancers are found with mammograms so it is important that all women know common warning  signs. If you experience these symptoms, you should make an an appointment with your primary care […]

Women are too often the last to go to the doctor. They are busy taking care of their families and loved ones and put themselves last on the list. There are some red flags that shouldn’t be ignored – even by busy caretakers. One of those is a rash that won’t go away even after […]

Uterine fibroids are a common issue in women of childbearing age. For some women, the fibroids are so small that they cause no symptoms. For others, painful periods and pressure in the abdominal area are a sign that something needs attention. What are uterine fibroids? When should you see a doctor about them? And what […]