The Fidelis Care Blog

Monday • Posted by Sharon T. McLaughlin, MD • in Health and Wellness, Women's Health

What is ovarian cancer? Ovarian cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the ovary. It can spread throughout the body. It is the deadliest of gynecologic cancers. There are different types of ovarian cancer. The most common type of ovarian cancer is abnormal growth of the cells on the surface of the ovary. It is called epithelial ovarian cancer.

Celebrating Breastfeeding Support Through Community Partnership

7/30/2025 • Posted by Stacie France, Coordinator of Health Access Services - OPTIONS Program – Oswego County Opportunities, Inc. • in Women's Health

Each year, National Breastfeeding Month in August offers a chance to celebrate the strength, resilience, and nurturing power of mothers, and to recognize the community efforts that make breastfeeding success possible. At Oswego County Opportunities, Inc. (OCO), we know that breastfeeding is about more than milk, it’s about connection, healing, and the foundation of lifelong health.

Protect Your Health: Stay Up to Date on Vaccines This August

7/28/2025 • Posted by Jermel J. Hawkins, Jr., MD, MPH, Fidelis Care Sr. Medical Director • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness, Immunizations, Women's Health

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. It’s a time to highlight the importance of vaccines for people of all ages. Vaccines are a safe and effective way to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community from serious diseases. Staying up to date with recommended immunizations helps prevent the spread of illness and keeps everyone healthier. Talk to your primary care provider (PCP) about which vaccines are right for you and your family.

The Essential Screenings Every Woman Should Know About

5/14/2025 • Posted by Dr. Nichole Lewis, Emergency Medicine, and Dr. Nashat Latib, Emergency Medicine • in Diabetes, Health and Wellness, Heart Health, Women's Health

Health often takes a backseat for women. Preventive screenings are an important way to stay healthy. Breast cancer caught at its earliest stage has a survival rate of over 99%. Hypertension can silently damage your body for years before revealing itself through a heart attack or stroke.

How Stress and Sleep Disrupt Your Hormones – And What You Can Do About It

5/1/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, Women's Health

Do you feel tired a lot? Sleep, stress, and hormones all work together to keep us healthy and happy. When they get out of balance, it can cause problems for our body and mind. If we learn how they connect, we can find ways to feel better.

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