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5 Steps to Help Manage Your Stress

Apr 7

High-pressure workdays, virtual school, raising kids, lack of sleep and exercise and trying to make ends meet understandably leads to stress.

Don't Delay — Screening Mammography + COVID-19 Vaccine

Mar 12

It’s important not to delay screening for breast cancer, and it’s equally important not to delay receiving care for a new breast concern, such as detecting a new lump,” says Dr. Robinson.

Why is your annual wellness visit so important?

Jan 25

Guidelines for Pap smears and cervical cancer screening have changed over the years. But that doesn’t mean you should skip your annual GYN exam —your wellness visit.

Why I got the COVID-19 vaccine while breastfeeding my baby | Marie Grove, MD

Jan 15

Marie Grove, MD shares how she made the decision to get the COVID vaccine while breastfeeding the newest addition to her family. Thanks to the guidance of the Society

VWC's Dr. Sara Sarraf is passionate about Cervical Cancer Screening and HPV Prevention.

Jan 15

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. In recognition, we asked Virginia Women's Center Sara Sarraf, MD, to answer your questions about cervical cancer. How common is cervical cancer?

Many women are nervous about getting the COVID-19 vaccine—especially women of color.

Jan 13

I know many women are nervous about getting the COVID-19 vaccine—especially women of color. Understandably, a history of unethical testing and experimentation on black men and women has imprinted fear

Four Surprising Things You Should Know About Menopause

Jul 2

Richmond, VA, Virginia Women's Center | OBGYN | Menopause Management. Menopause can feel really weird. And that’s okay.That’s the number one thing Richmond gynecologist Dr. Kristin Schraa wants menopausal women to know: What they’re experiencing is normal. “They’re not crazy, they’re not falling apart, this is just a transition, and they’re going to be fine,” Dr. Schraa says.