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Risky Business A scary statistic: Black women are three to four times more likely than white women to die of pregnancy-related complications, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Ofﬁce on Women’s Health. That makes preconception health and prenatal care even more important for black women, says Elliot H. Philipson, MD, MBA, FACOG, Obstetrics and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, and department director of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hillcrest Hospital. “For most women, pregnancy is a relatively normal process that we can optimize with healthy eating and common-sense care,” Dr. Philipson assures. And, of course, scheduling regular Ob/Gyn visits to track fetal growth and health. Beyoncé’s high-proﬁle pregnancy has the whole world watching 4 HEALTH ESSENTIALS Special WINTER 2012

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Health Essentials - Winter 2012 - South Pointe

Health Essentials - Winter 2012 - South Pointe
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An easy way to get primary care
Doing it her way
Our physician answers your questions about wounds
6 steps for a healthier 2012 for people with diabetes
Attend our heart health event on Feb. 23

Health Essentials - Winter 2012 - South Pointe