Monthly Archives: March 2017
Study finds that women are not aware of benefits of fibroid treatment
A large nationwide study examining the treatment of uterine fibroids shows that the uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment performed by interventional radiologists, is vastly underutilized, compared to hysterectomies, especially in rural and smaller hospitals. In fact, there were … Continue reading
New podcast focuses on acupuncture and fertility
The intent of acupuncture therapy is to promote health and alleviate pain and suffering. Though it may seem strange and mysterious to many, it has been time tested over thousands of years and continues to be validated today. In our … Continue reading
Vitamin E levels in moms linked to childhood asthma
It is still unclear what genetic and environmental factors cause people to develop asthma, but researchers from Vanderbilt University and Northwestern University have found an interesting link between maternal vitamin E levels and childhood asthma. The study suggests children born … Continue reading
Tests for preterm delivery identify only a small number of cases, study finds
Two methods thought to hold promise in predicting preterm delivery in first-time pregnancies identified only a small proportion of cases and do not appear suitable for widespread screening, according to a large study by a National Institutes of Health research … Continue reading
Study: Folate protects babies from high blood pressure
A new article published in the American Journal of Hypertension finds that babies born to mothers with cardiometabolic risk factors were less likely to develop high blood pressure if their mothers had higher levels of folate during pregnancy. Since the late 1980s, … Continue reading
Mildly low thyroid function OK during pregnancy, study finds
There appears to be no benefit to treating mildly low thyroid function during pregnancy, according to a study by a National Institutes of Health research network. Markedly low thyroid function, called hypothyroidism, during pregnancy has long been associated with impaired fetal neurological development and … Continue reading
“The best thing that could have happened to us”
A patient of ours posted these comments recently about “Dr. Z” — Dr. William Ziegler—and our staff: “Dr. Z and his staff were the best thing that could have happened to us. From the beginning Dr. Z was friendly and … Continue reading
Latest podcast: “Can Exercise Affect Fertility?”
Exercise and maintaining a healthy weight are important. However, for women trying to get pregnant, physical activity should be done in moderation. Excessive physical activity can inhibit ovulation and reduce production of progesterone, which are essential in becoming pregnant. Doctors … Continue reading
RSCNJ supports Endometriosis Awareness Month
Every March, the women’s health world joins forces to promote Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis is a progressive disease in which the endometrial tissue lining the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus and attaches to other abdominal cavity organs such as the fallopian tubes or … Continue reading
More great reviews from our patients
Our patients are our best advertising, and we’d like to share some recent thought about us. “Had a wonderful experience with Dr. Ziegler, Hina, and the nursing staff. They were all professional, caring, and I would highly recommend this practice … Continue reading
