News & Announcements

Dr. Steven Berlin:Recertification in Bone Density Testing for Osteoporosis

The International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) has announced that Dr.

Passionately Pink For The Cure

Bayside Health Association will participate in Passionately Pink for the Cure during the month of March to increase awareness of breast cancer.

Gynecology

Annual Gynecological Exam

The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology recommends that females begin having an annual gynecological exam approximately 3 years after 1st sexual intercourse or by the age of 21, whichever comes first.

An annual gynecological exam includes:

  • A breast exam – Self breast exams should be done monthly, 7-10 days after a woman’s menstrual period or if no longer menstruating at the same time each month
  • Pelvic exam – palpate uterus (womb) and ovaries
  • Pap smear – screening test for cervical cancer
  • HPV Typing - testing for human papiloma virus
  • Rectal exam – Fecal occult testing

Depending on your age and history, you may also be referred for:


 
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