BASS Health & Medicine Blog

Confused by breast cancer myths? Learn the truth about common misconceptions and find out when to get screened. Expert care at BASS Medical Group.

Learn how women can prevent HPV with vaccines, safe sex practices, and screenings. Get expert care and testing at BASS Medical Group in the Bay Area.

Brain fog, headaches, or fatigue after COVID-19? Learn how long COVID affects the brain, what symptoms to watch for, and how recovery can be supported.

Learn how to choose the right breast cancer care team. At Gregory Rhodes MD Cancer Center, Dr. Danielle Bertoni and a multidisciplinary team provide coordinated, in-house care.

How long does COVID-19 immunity last after infection? Learn what affects protection, reinfection risk, and how vaccines strengthen long-term immunity.

Learn the key causes and risk factors of breast cancer, from genetics to lifestyle habits. Early detection and awareness can save lives. Find expert care at BASS Cancer Center.

Considering gastric sleeve surgery? Learn about the short- and long-term risks, side effects, and recovery from weight loss surgery. Talk to BASS Medical Group's Bariatric team today.

Wondering if it's time for orthopedic surgery? Learn the top 3 signs—numbness, swelling, and chronic pain—that mean it’s time to see a specialist.

Nervous about your first OB-GYN visit? Learn what to expect, what questions to ask, and how to feel more comfortable at your appointment. Trust BASS Medical Group for expert women's health care.

Learn the 10 most important questions to ask your breast cancer specialist, from diagnosis and staging to treatment options and recovery.

Surviving breast cancer brings both triumph and emotional challenges. Learn 5 tips to boost your self-esteem and body image after breast cancer treatment. Support is available at BASS Cancer Center.

Learn how to perform a breast self-exam at home and what symptoms to look for. Early detection saves lives—get tips from BASS Medical Group’s breast care experts.

Learn the early signs of breast cancer, how to do self-exams, and when to get screened. Early detection can save your life. BASS Medical Group offers expert breast cancer screenings.

Breastfeeding reduces your lifetime exposure to estrogen, lowering your breast cancer risk. Learn how this natural choice supports long-term health.

Not sure when to get a mammogram? Learn 5 key signs that could mean it’s time for breast cancer screening. BASS offers diagnostic mammograms near you.

Learn what happens during an MRI, how to prepare, and why your doctor may recommend it. BASS Medical Group offers advanced and wide-bore MRI services for patient comfort.

Learn what to expect from a pregnancy test at your doctor’s office. BASS Medical Group offers support through OB-GYNs and PCPs across Northern California.

Learn the signs of ear infections in kids and when it's time to call the doctor. Get expert care from BASS Medical Group pediatricians today.

Choosing your health insurance during Open Enrollment? Learn how to select the right plan, confirm BASS Medical Group is in-network, and stay connected to quality care.

Time for your annual physical? Learn what to expect during a check-up and how BASS Medical Group provides expert care across Northern California.