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Read Time: One Minute Did you know? Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths in women and causes more deaths than any other cancer in the female reproductive system, according to the American Cancer Society. In many cases, ovarian cancer is not caught in its early stages, when the disease is more treatable. That’s why learning more ...

Read Time: Two Minutes By Karen Ulrich, Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Those two blue lines show up on the home pregnancy test. Pregnant. Pregnant! Now what? Whether pregnancy was in your plans or an unexpected surprise, thinking about what is coming in the next few months can be overwhelming. One of the most important decisions you will have to make ...

Read Time: 1 Minute Tate Michael Huffman was the first baby born at Phelps Health in Rolla, Missouri, in 2023, arriving bright and early at 3:00 AM, Monday, January 2, 2023. He weighed 8 pounds, 11.1 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. His mother and father, Shelby and David Huffman, of Vienna, Missouri, welcomed Tate into this world. This is ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Cervical cancer used to be one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in women in the US. However, thanks in part to more women getting Pap tests, or Pap smears, along with other medical advances, the rate of women being diagnosed with cervical cancer has dropped significantly in recent years, according to Wesley Harden, MD ...

Read Time: Two Minutes If you are ever diagnosed with PCOS, polycystic ovarian syndrome, or sometimes called polycystic ovary syndrome, you may have some questions about the condition. What causes the disorder? What are symptoms of the condition? How can PCOS be treated? Jenny Pennycook, MD, FACOG, a Phelps Health obstetrician/gynecologist, answers these questions and more. What is PCOS? PCOS ...

Read Time: Four Minutes Just as new mothers often have uncertainties after they find out that they are pregnant, learning that you are going to be a father can bring up a variety of emotions and questions, too. Phelps Health OB/GYN Jenny Pennycook, MD, FACOG, answers common questions new dads may have and offers tips for what to expect when ...

Updated September 5, 2022 *Important Update to CMS COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement* On January 13, 2022, the US Supreme Court overturned the temporary hold on the CMS Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination Interim Final Rule, requiring healthcare workers to be vaccinated. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3tG0b9p What is the CMS rule requiring COVID-19 vaccines for healthcare workers? On November 5, 2021 ...

Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Erin’s Diagnosis and Treatment: Erin Simon, a 39-year-old from Rolla, was diagnosed with stage four metastatic triple-positive breast cancer in 2023. She has undergone chemotherapy, immunotherapy and hormone therapy to manage her illness. Exceptional Care at Phelps Health: Erin praises the compassionate care she receives at the Phelps Health Delbert Day Cancer ...

Read Time: 5 Minutes Navigating menopause can feel overwhelming, but understanding your options is key. Phelps Health Obstetrician and Gynecologist (OB/GYN) Jenny Pennycook, MD, FACOG, cuts through the confusion to shed light on hormone replacement therapy. She also offers essential advice for women considering trendy treatments. Three Things to Know Hormone replacement therapy can help manage menopause symptoms like hot ...