Inspira Spirit of Women hosted a virtual event emphasizing the importance of colorectal screenings featuring Peter Senatore, M.D.

Endometriosis—which impacts nearly 6.5 million people in the United States—occurs when endometrial tissue grows outside of the uterus. When these extraneous growths, known as lesions, are left untreated, they can flare up and cause pain when menstruating, during sexual activity or during a bowel movement or urination. Growths are often followed by abnormal bleeding that can build up and lead to severe uterine scarring.

Urinary incontinence is common for women of all ages, but there are non-surgical options that can help strengthen your pelvic floor. The first step is educating yourself, so Inspira’s experts reviewed 10 common myths about incontinence.