When it comes to vaginal health, misinformation is everywhere—from outdated advice passed down through generations to misleading social media posts and product marketing.... View Article
When thinking about the main types of gynecologic cancers, the most important factor for women is to “know your normal.” Signs and symptoms can be different for each woman,... 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
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
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
If you are sexually active, you should get STD tests. It is an essential part of your overall health. How often you should be tested is dependent on your current and past sexual situation.... View Article
Once you have made the decision to get on contraception, you will need to decide on a contraceptive method. One popular form is an IUD.... View Article
The first thing you should know if you have an abnormal Pap smear is not to panic. There are many possible causes for an abnormal result,... View Article
85% of women who have unprotected sex, even occasionally, get pregnant within a year. Those odds are not in your favor if you’re not ready to have a child.... View Article
“What is causing my pelvic pain?” is a refrain we hear quite frequently at our office in Anchorage, AK. It can be an issue with the digestive,... 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.
