Pregnancy and motherhood should be a time of joy, yet for many women struggling with addictive disorders like substance use disorders (SUDs), it is fraught with stigma and shame. The fear of judgment from healthcare professionals and society often prevents pregnant and postpartum women from seeking the help they desperately need, putting both their health and their babies at risk. The UAMS Women’s Mental Health Program provides a safe, stigma-free environment where these women can access the critical treatment and support necessary for a healthier future for themselves and their children.

There is growing evidence that the current U.S. dietary guidelines for alcohol consumption may be too high. The surgeon general’s warning about alcohol and cancer risk may add more weight to this perspective. So how much is too much? Well, the answer is not as precise as you might think, but all signs seem to point toward a less is more approach.

While breast cancer mortality has declined overall in the last 30 years, according to the American Cancer Society, the incidence of breast cancer in women under 50 has increased. Disparities still exist among Asian American and Pacific Islanders of all ages. These setbacks have led to new advancements, regulations, and screening techniques to improve early detection and treatment.

Happy Holidays from AFMC! We appreciate your viewership and support over the last year. Please enjoy snippets of our most popular blog posts from 2024. We hope to bring you more engaging and insightful content in 2025!

Dementia is a complex term that encompasses a range of cognitive impairments that can significantly impact daily life. At Alzheimer’s Arkansas, executive director Stephenie A. Cooke and education and family support specialist Carolyn Berry help people understand dementia, its distinctions from other conditions, and the critical role of mental health assessments.

AFMC’s Practice Transformation team has been making significant strides in transforming patient care, particularly through initiatives focused on preventive screenings and effective healthcare navigation. Rhelinda McFadden and Stacey George, manager and supervisor of the Practice Transformation department at AFMC, have seen its positive impact on health outcomes within our state.