Many younger women having their first few mammograms are undoubtedly nervous. This is a new and somewhat scary test. Even women who are so-called “veterans” of mammogram screenings can find themselves with new questions or concerns.... View Article
Do you often worry about getting pregnant again? Are you giving thought to not having any more children? Many women have these same feelings,... View Article
While a woman is pregnant, she can develop gestational diabetes, a temporary condition causing her blood sugar levels to increase. This can cause problems,... View Article
Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when ovaries stop releasing eggs and estrogen levels drop. It usually occurs gradually over a period of time known as perimenopause.... View Article
We’ve all been there. We know it’s time for our annual gynecology appointment, but we feel just fine. We have no issues,... View Article
Am I a candidate for myomectomy for fibroids? The answer depends on several factors. If you have symptomatic fibroids, meaning painful periods and heavy bleeding,... View Article
We might call it an old wives tale, but scientists used to think a woman’s immune system became weaker when she was pregnant.... View Article
After dreaming about it, planning for it, and deciding on a time frame, you are finally going to begin a family.... View Article
Many organizations have increased awareness about breast cancer in the last several decades. All this is good, but sometimes old wives tales or myths pop up and they are repeated and spread on the internet.... View Article
Having pain during monthly menstrual cycles is nothing new or unusual for women. However, having significant pain which makes daily activities impossible is something entirely different.... 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.
