Gender and High Blood Pressure
New Cedars-Sinai research reveals that the potential for high blood pressure—also known as hypertension—is driven by genetics in women more than in men.
Discoveries / Jun 01, 2022
The Buzz on Women's Sexual Health
Sexual dysfunction affects 40% of women. A team at Cedars-Sinai is looking for solutions, including looking at sexual aids for treating pelvic floor health.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / May 13, 2022
COVID-19 Vaccine: What Women Need to Know
Cedars-Sinai women's health providers explain why the COVID-19 vaccine is safe for women, including those who are pregnant or trying, and what women need to watch out for.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Apr 06, 2022
Understanding Ovarian Cyst
Most women develop ovarian cysts with few symptoms, but these cysts can cause severe pain or complications if they get too large or rupture. A Cedars-Sinai gynecologist explains wh...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Apr 04, 2022
Research Frontier: Pregnancy and Heart Health
Natalie Bello, MD, is on a mission to address the links between hypertension and pregnancy.
Discoveries / Mar 16, 2022
Celebrating Scientists for Women's History Month
Female researchers share how they have achieved success in their fields and what changes they would like to see that would allow more women to enter science.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Mar 15, 2022
How a 101-Day NICU Stay Led to Bliss
What's a 101-day NICU stay really like? Fransiska, Michael and baby Bliss can tell you all about it.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Feb 18, 2022
New Mom With Two Blocked Arteries Gets a Second Chance at Life
Suffering a tear in a major brain artery during pregnancy is rare. One woman experienced two and got a second chance at life thanks to her persistence and the work of expert neuros...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Feb 10, 2022
What's Normal? Women's Sexual Health Experts Weigh In
When it comes to sexual health, one of the most common questions doctors hear is simply: “What’s normal?” Sexual health experts Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya and Dr. P...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jan 07, 2022
OB-GYN Surgery: The Minimalist Revolution
There's a revolution going on in OB-GYN surgery, where minimally invasive techniques mean better outcomes for common issues like cysts, fibroids and endometriosis
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jan 04, 2022
Understanding Sterilization as a Common Form of Female Contrac...
Female sterilization is a common form of contraception, but many younger women find roadblocks when they try obtain the procedure.
Discoveries / Oct 27, 2021
Women's Health and Blood Pressure
A one-size-fits-all approach to evaluating blood pressure could be detrimental to women’s health.
Discoveries / Oct 27, 2021
The Present and Future of Breast Reconstruction
Current breast reconstruction techniques can allow breasts to be recreated from a patient’s own belly fat. In the lab, researchers aim to regrow breast tissue from a patient’s own ...
Discoveries / Oct 25, 2021
Healing a Broken Heart
Elaine Kamil, MD, is a busy and dedicated physician, often working 12-hour days caring for children with kidney disorders. At 71, she also finds the time to hike, travel and play w...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Oct 12, 2021
Mammograms, Ultrasounds and MRIs: What's the Difference?
Breast cancer strikes an estimated 280,000 women each year—and some of these individuals will receive the diagnosis more than once. The key to effectively battling the disease: ear...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Oct 08, 2021
