National and Worldwide Endometriosis Awareness Month is upon us, so it’s the perfect time to separate some of the lingering myths about this chronic condition from the facts,... View Article
Have you stuck with your resolution of frequent visits to the gym, eating healthier, and shedding a few pounds? Sure, it sounds great on paper but is it really enough motivation to get us to the gym at the crack of dawn?... View Article
We are so proud of Doctor Counts and Doctor Cruz who have recently been earned COEMIG and COERS designations. At Women’s Care of Alaska,... View Article
You may have seen the term “BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 testing” being used on the internet in regard to breast cancer,... View Article
For new moms (and even experienced ones) breastfeeding a newborn baby can be one of the most complicated and misunderstood aspects of motherhood.... View Article
As common as uterine fibroids are, it was only a matter of time before a month was dedicated to it in an effort to help raise awareness,... View Article
Uterine fibroids are a much more common issue than you might think. According to the National Institutes of Health, one study found that between 80 and 90 percent of African American women and 70 percent of Caucasian women will develop fibroids before the age of 50. ... View Article
Nearly everyone will experience some type of stress in their lives. Stress can be caused by a variety of factors including,... View Article
What is HPV? The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the United States, with nearly everyone being infected at some point in their lives.... View Article
Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world. Every year, approximately 12.7 million people are diagnosed with cancer and 7.6 million of them will die from the disease.... View Article
After 31 years of dedicated care, Dr. Wynd Counts will be retiring on November 14, 2025. We are grateful for her incredible impact and invite you to join us in congratulating her on a well-earned retirement. Her trusted colleagues at Women’s Care of Alaska will continue to provide the exceptional care you deserve.
