The thought of breast cancer evokes a mix of emotions, like concern, confusion, and even fear. However, prevention is the most effective treatment option, starting with understanding your risks. This includes the sneaky ones that come from your genetics.The BRCA genes have become a topic...
Understanding the intricate dance of hormones within a woman’s body is crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being. Women experience many hormonal shifts throughout their lives, from adolescence to menopause. However, menopause and its symptoms are often considered a mystery to many women who believe...
As of early 2024, Alabama ranks #7 out of the 10 states with the highest rate of sexually transmitted diseases (STD). In fact, the total STD rate in Alabama is 934.7 per 100,000. Because our state ranks so highly when it comes to the rate...
Sometimes, the old sayings really are the best: we’re entering the most wonderful time of the year here in Alabama. It’s a time when we gather our families, friends, and loved ones of all stripes, feed each other well, and focus on the things that...
At Sylacauga OB-GYN, we’re always on the lookout for ways to improve women’s health in the Coosa Valley Area. In our pursuit for greatness, we were fortunate enough this year to welcome a new OB-GYN into our practice: Dr. Ashley Surles. Since her arrival in...
This month, we’re demystifying the cervix and deep-diving into what you should know if you have one. If you didn’t know, January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. And while many women only think of this area when their routine pap smear rolls around, the cervix...
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”--Benjamin FranklinBy Kyndra Wright, Nurse Practitioner The HPV vaccination literally saves lives. Most people don’t realize that they’ve been exposed to this virus because most HPV types don’t have symptoms. However, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) can result in...
In our last blog post, we mentioned offering TeleVisits™ and Telemedicine through the healow app. While these virtual services (collectively referred to as Telehealth) have been around for a while, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has driven us to take full advantage of their benefits. Using Telemedicine...
Meet Dr. Rehberg, a Fellow of The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is also a member of the Talladega County Medical Society and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama. Dr. Rehberg has a particular interest...
One of the most common questions we get is, when should I start taking my daughter to the OB-GYN? While there are general recommendations and standard practices for obstetrics and gynecology, each woman's health journey is different. It's never too early to pursue health and familiarize...