Clinic > Women's Health

Physical changes occur at every stage of a woman's life, so there may be health issues to cope with along the way. Park Nicollet doctors are educated to recognize these issues and prepared to provide care at every stage. We have developed this information with you in mind.

Facts about women

• 200,000 women currently are served by Park Nicollet professionals
• More than 250 women providers are available for your care
• The top three health risks for women as they age are heart disease, cancer and stroke

Classes and support groups	Childbirth Condition (specific) Grief Health and wellness Nutrition
Common health issues and concerns	Breast care Cancer Diabetes Eating disorders  Heart disease Menopause Obesity Osteoporosis Skin care Sleep problems Stroke Uterine fibroids Varicose veins
Medications and health care products	Cancer and breast cancer products Breastfeeding care Eye care services and vision correction Daily living aids Hearing solutions Prescription and over-the-counter medications Skin care products and cosmetics Sleep products and services
Pregnancy	Cesarean section  Contraception Coming to the hospital  Emotional changes  Genetic screening  Gestational diabetes  Going home Home bed rest Induction of labor  Kegel exercises  Labor, pain management  Nausea  Perineal massage  Prenatal nutrition  Resource for unintended pregnancies  Travel and pregnancy
Preventive care	Ages 19 to 39  Ages 40 to 64  Age 65+  Care chart for adults
Adult screening guidelines	Bone density Colonoscopy Immunizations Mammograms Pap smears
Your child's health	Alexander Center learning and behavioral services Pediatrics
Pediatric screening guidelines	Check-ups Immunizations Other

Park Nicollet offers a library of information on women's health. Check out these links to valuable education offered by Park Nicollet's Health Advisor.

• Eating healthy
• Health calculators
• Healthy living topics
• Medical conditions
• Nutrition
• Quit smoking
• Stress

If you are interested in becoming more involved in health services for women and others, contact Methodist Hospital Service League at 952-993-5128 or Park Nicollet Volunteer Services at 952-993-5086.