Three facts everyone should know about IUDs
While the pill is still the most widely-used form of contraception among American women, the intrauterine device (IUD) is steadily becoming one of the most common forms of birth control.…
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End-of-life planning: three tips for a tough conversation
Whether your loved one has just experienced a major health event or they’re simply getting older, end-of-life conversations are a necessary step in being ready when the time comes. Although…
A Tryon doctor shares her breast cancer journey
We often search for physicians who can empathize with what we’re going through, whether it is a head cold or a life-changing diagnosis. At Tryon Medical Partners, patients don’t have…
Ready to start a conversation about your senior loved ones’ health care? Here’s how
Perhaps your parents are getting to an age when they are leaning on you for additional support getting to medical appointments. Maybe they’ve just received a diagnosis that means they’ll…
Four IUD myths busted
Women are generally quite pleased with their decision to get an intrauterine device (IUD). According to this study, after a year of having an IUD, 83% of women were happy…
Cutting back, living better: benefits of drinking less
Thinking you’ve indulged in a few too many glasses of wine lately? If so, you’re not alone. Over the past few years, millions of Americans used alcohol and drugs as…
Creating a roadmap for senior care
As you and your loved ones begin to age, the prospect of where to begin when it comes to planning for later in life can become daunting. Luckily, your doctor…
3 things to know about involving your family in your healthcare
Perhaps you’re getting to an age when it would be nice to have some additional support keeping track of appointments. Maybe you’ve received a health diagnosis that you need to…
Period privacy: keeping your menstrual data safe
With Claire (Evans) Wilder, MD, Tryon Medical Partners Menstruation is one of the key indicators of female reproductive health. There are several reasons why it can be useful to track…
5 dietician-approved tips to feel better NOW
Between ice cream on the boardwalk and burgers on the grill, summer cuisine makes it too easy to stray from healthy eating habits. Tryon Medical Partners dietician Allison Chalecki…