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World Cancer Day 2017

On February 4, 2017 by James J Booker, MD

Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world. Every year, approximately 12.7 million people are diagnosed with cancer and 7.6 million of them will die from the disease.... View Article

Cervical Cancer Detection & Prevention

On January 20, 2017 by James J Booker, MD

40 years ago, cervical cancer was the leading cause of cancer death in American women. Since then, the number of deaths has significantly decreased due to increased awareness of the symptoms and testing methods for this disease.... View Article

How Do I Know if I Have Uterine Fibroids?

On December 21, 2016 by James J Booker, MD

Uterine fibroids are a much more common issue than you might think. According to the National Institutes of Health, one study found that between 80 and 90 percent of African American women and 70 percent of Caucasian women will develop fibroids before the age of 50. ... View Article

4 Essential Medical Exams for Women

On November 14, 2016 by James J Booker, MD

As women, we face unique health challenges. In order to maintain long-term health, prevention and early detection of medical conditions and diseases is key.... View Article

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2016

On October 21, 2016 by James J Booker, MD

While most people are aware that breast cancer is an issue, many still don’t take the necessary steps to detect the disease in its early stages. Every October,... View Article