Full Circle: The Breast and GYN Cancer Pavilion

Full Circle: The Breast and GYN Cancer Pavilion

By Teri Fontenot, Woman’s President and CEO While you may think of Woman’s as a place to have your baby, you may not know that our roots are actually in cancer detection. In 1958, a test for cervical cancer was being developed through the use of  Pap smears. A cancer detection laboratory was established by […]

Genetic Testing for Cancer: Why Genetic Counseling is Important

Genetic Testing for Cancer: Why Genetic Counseling is Important

We all know someone who has been affected by cancer. Many of us may even have a family member who has battled the disease. This may lead you to consider genetic testing to see if you’re at risk, too. But before you consider getting genetic testing, it’s a good idea to ask your doctor for […]