Breast exams are performed to check for any unusual changes to your breast tissue. These checks are an important way to be proactive with your breast health—early detection is the best protection.... View Article
Are you expecting after the age of 35? Congratulations! Pregnancy after 35 can be an exciting and fulfilling experience. However, it’s important to be aware of a few things.... 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
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
Some of us are procrastinators, while others are almost the extreme opposite. That’s a good thing when it comes to having a baby!... View Article
An annual well woman exam is important at any stage of womanhood. Women who are twenty-somethings and women who are post menopausal plus everyone in between can benefit from a well woman exam.... View Article
Lymph Nodes as a Line of Defense Found throughout the body, lymph nodes contain white blood cells to fight off infection and disease and filter foreign particles.... 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
Could your PMS be Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder or PMDD? Let’s find out how they differ, how they are similar, and what you can do about it.... 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.
