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Women's health is a general term for the overall well-being of female patients, regardless of age. Primary care providers at SIU Medicine specializing in women's health are taking appointments now.

Folate and folic acid (vitamin B9) are necessary for optimal human health. Neither folate nor folic acid are stored within the body. Excess amounts are excreted out through urine, so we must obtain it from the foods in our diet or take supplements. It is especially important for women to get enough folate and folic acid in their diet. Read on to learn why and to find out how you can make sure you're consuming the right amount of this important nutrient. Folate vs. folic acid: What's the difference? Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9 and is found in foods like leafy green vegetables

As we celebrate National Women’s Health Week, here are a few tips for healthy eating. Most of us know what we eat matters. This week, try to make it a goal to eat a few more fruits and vegetables every day and work out every day. Those things alone can make all the difference in improving your health, and especially the health of your heart. Here are a few other suggestions and a healthy recipe: Go easy on portions. How much we eat can be just as important as what we eat. Skip the seconds. Eat the rainbow. Choose a red fruit today, a purple vegetable tomorrow. Vegetables and fruits are good

Endometriosis is a chronic health condition that develops when a woman's inner uterine lining (endometrium) grows where it shouldn't, such as outside the uterus or on other organs. This March, our team at SIU Medicine joins the greater medical community in raising awareness during Endometriosis Awareness Month . We strongly encourage women and their loved ones to learn more about this condition—here are a few reasons why. Endometriosis is surprisingly common The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 10% of females of childbearing age have endometriosis. That means roughly 190 million

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women across the U.S., but those with diabetes face an even higher risk. Here are four important facts diabetic women need to remember about their heart health. 1. A greater risk of fatal coronary artery disease Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common form of heart disease in the nation. It occurs when the blood vessels that carry blood back to your heart get blocked with fatty deposits. Diabetic women have three times more risk of dying from coronary disease than women without it. 2. Earlier heart attacks, higher death rates Women with

Dr. Jeffrey Olejnik becomes one of four area providers with North American Menopause Society certification