SSM Health Matters Blog

Perimenopause or thyroid issue? Making sense of your symptoms Perimenopause or thyroid issue? Making sense of your symptoms

Weight gain … irregular periods … fatigue? Is it a precursor to menopause or a potentially serious thyroid issue? Here’s what you need to know.

Apr 14, 2026
Navigating menopause: Is hormone therapy right for you? Navigating menopause: Is hormone therapy right for you?

If you’ve considered treatment for hot flashes or other symptoms of menopause, here’s what you need to know

Apr 02, 2026
Easing mammogram anxiety Easing mammogram anxiety

What every woman needs to know about pain and comfort during the imaging

Jan 16, 2026
Understanding menopause: What every woman should know Understanding menopause: What every woman should know

Learn more about a natural but complex phase of life

Nov 07, 2025
Why mammograms matter: Insights from an SSM Health breast surgeon Why mammograms matter: Insights from an SSM Health breast surgeon

SSM Health breast surgeon Dr. Dana Henkel shares the importance of breast cancer screening.

Oct 24, 2025
‘They made me feel uplifted and empowered’ ‘They made me feel uplifted and empowered’

New mom shares her experience with SSM Health on ‘beautiful new journey’

Oct 13, 2025