October is a great month to spread awareness of the importance of regular mammograms in early detection of breast diseases. October is breast cancer awareness month, and mammograms are an essential tool in early detection and prevention. Mammograms detect lumps or masses that are too small to be felt through self exams, and mammograms continue […]
Your providers at AWHDallas will make sure your bones are part of your health priorities. Have you ever used the expression, “I can feel it in my bones” when you’re sure of something? Some people can feel changes in their joints with changes in the weather, and there have been studies that show barometric pressure […]
Top reasons the influenza vaccine is more important than ever this flu season. Amid the many adjustments we’ve all made in the face of COVID-19, it’s vital to remember that flu season is around the corner. This year, it’s more important than ever that Americans get their flu vaccinations. While many healthy adults sometimes forgo […]
We’re following the highest safety standards and are excited to see you in our office. The COVID-19 pandemic has turned our nation and world upside down, but we have seen some incredible acts of human kindness with this as well. Safety precautions like masks, facial coverings, social distancing and frequent hand washing are still essential […]
The symptoms of stress in females, and ways to stay healthy. November 6 is National Stress Awareness Day, and while stress affects us every day of the year, it’s important to take the time to understand how and why. Stress is the body’s reaction to challenge or change. A small amount of stress can be […]
A Guide to Postpartum Urinary Incontinence A woman’s body goes through incredible changes as it delivers another human life. It’s an experience to be proud of! But once a woman’s body is her own again (for the most part), she might experience new changes she didn’t expect. One major side effect of pregnancy and delivery? […]
Dr. Amie Napier Discusses the Basics of a Healthy Vagina What is a normal vagina? A normal vagina is one you are not constantly thinking about due to abnormal discharge, irritation or odor. A vagina is not a sterile place, but if everything is in harmony (enough good bacteria and few bad bacteria or yeast) […]
It’s perfectly fine to postpone your well-woman exam for a few months. Here’s why. Now that the AWH Dallas office is once again open during regular hours, we’re working hard to schedule and reschedule everyone whose appointments were affected by COVID-19. (See our latest COVID-19-related updates.) We want to give you some peace of mind […]
Our Patient Portal is Designed to Make Your Life Easier We have updated our patient portal and want you to be comfortable with the changes. You may have already received information about these changes, including how to create your username and password. The AWHDallas Portal Account Allows You To: Check lab results and office visit […]
Drs. Sigman, Napier, Heintges, Harms and Reyes assure patients: Everyone’s health is No. 1 concern. UPDATE APRIL 21, 2020: All patients are required to wear masks in the office as mandated by the Dallas County judge. To all AWH patients, During these uncertain times, we want all of our patients to hear from us that […]