As more women choose to delay having children, childbirth after age 35 is becoming increasingly common. While it is possible to have a child at this stage in life, there are many factors that should be considered when deciding the right time to start a family.

Did you know that every three minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer? Do you think breast cancer affects women only? Think again. Men are not exempt from breast cancer. Many breast cancers are fueled by estrogen, a hormone produced in fat tissue. Although there are numerous reasons why women predominantly experience estrogen dominance (use of birth control, menopause and pregnancy), both men and women are increasingly affected by estrogen dominance.

Former Ahwatukee Foothills resident Shayla Van Hofwegen and her husband, Ferrari, discovered that through tragedy, a meaningful idea can be born.

Influenza, commonly known as the "flu," is a viral infection that usually starts in the upper respiratory tract and often is associated with fevers, sore throat, body aches and chills.

Stung by last week's appellate court ruling, Planned Parenthood is no longer offering abortions at seven of the 10 Arizona locations.

Andrea Avelar and her boyfriend dated for more than four years and for the better part of the relationship, they said they practiced safe sex. It was when they became more comfortable with each other that they said they became more lax with using protection.

"If you think our hands are full, you should see our hearts."

"If you think our hands are full, you should see our hearts."

Ahwatukee Foothills resident Dawn Cramer, who endured four miscarriages, said going through infertility took her to hell and back.

Editor's note: This is part one of a two-part series of submitted columns on holistic approaches to breast cancer and lower estrogen dominance. All views are those of the author.

Editor's note: This is part one of a two-part series of submitted columns on holistic approaches to breast cancer and lower estrogen dominance. All views are those of the author.

Editor's note: This is part one of a two-part series of submitted columns on holistic approaches to breast cancer and lower estrogen dominance. All views are those of the author.

The "Getting Pregnant and Prevent Miscarriage" workshop will begin at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd.

The "Getting Pregnant and Prevent Miscarriage" workshop will begin at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd.

Birth defects, ranging from minor to life-threatening, affect 3 to 4 percent of all pregnancies. Prenatal blood tests, ultrasounds and genetic testing can help identify possible defects. Performing these tests is a decision only an expectant mother can make, taking into account factors such as her health, age, previous pregnancy experience, family history, and moral and ethical beliefs.

Birth defects, ranging from minor to life-threatening, affect 3 to 4 percent of all pregnancies. Prenatal blood tests, ultrasounds and genetic testing can help identify possible defects. Performing these tests is a decision only an expectant mother can make, taking into account factors such as her health, age, previous pregnancy experience, family history, and moral and ethical beliefs.

Proper nutrition during pregnancy is key to promoting healthy development of the fetus as well as managing weight gain. And while most foods are considered safe during pregnancy, consumption of some foods should be reduced or avoided.

Patients often ask about whether they should meet with a physician prior to trying to conceive a child with their partner. Pre-conception counseling, where a patient and her doctor discuss various concerns before she attempts to become pregnant, is very important. During such counseling, the patient and her doctor will identify issues that could become aggravated if she successfully conceives, and will develop a plan to help her sustain a healthy pregnancy.

Wednesday evening yoga series offered

 Golf tourney benefits domestic abuse shelters

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Garage sale to benefit Talia Reese Kovac Foundation