Tips for Reducing Vasomotor Symptoms During Menopause
Have you ever been standing somewhere and suddenly you’re drenched in sweat and feel like you need to rip your clothes off… but you look around and everyone else seems as calm as a cucumber? Yes. Us too. If you’re between 45 and 55, you can probably thank menopause. The
Ozempic and Other Prescription Weight-loss Medicines
Prescription weight loss medications can help people with obesity lose weight. They are usually prescribed by a doctor when diet and exercise alone don’t work. Each of these medications works differently. People using these medications may not feel as hungry. Or they may feel full after eating only a small
How Many Veneers Are Right for You?
Image by Drshohmelian of Pixabay A veneer covers the front surface of the teeth. For people who want to resolve cosmetic imperfections, such as minor misalignments, chips, or discoloration, veneers are an excellent option. However, when considering veneers, people often wonder how much they need. The number you need is
The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Maternal Health
During this three-part WomenTalk series, we partnered with the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health to explore the role nurse practitioners play in contraceptive, maternal, and menopause care. In the second episode of the WomenTalk series, “The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health: Maternal Health,” Komkwuan Paruchabutr,
Pneumococcal Vaccines For Seniors | familydoctor.org
Types of vaccines Two newer versions of the pneumococcal vaccine have replaced earlier versions and cover more strains of the infection. PCV20 (conjugated) and PCV15 (conjugated) are recommended. The numbers represent the number of bacterial strains they protect against. The oldest vaccines are PCV13 (conjugated) and PPSV23 (polysaccharide). PCV15 or
LGBTQ+ History and the Society for Human Rights
By Violet Nichols (she/they), 18 years old, editor November 3, 2024 This year, during LGBTQ+ History Month, I found myself diving deeper into the history of some of the pioneers who shaped the LGBTQ+ rights movement. For example, I was intrigued to learn about the Society for Human Rights, the
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: Understanding Melanoma with Dr. Janiene Luke
We teamed up with The Great Girlfriends Show to answer some important questions about melanoma. Guest expert Dr. Janiene Luke answers some common questions: What is melanoma and how common is it? Do melanoma symptoms seem the same for everyone? Does surgery to remove skin cancer leave permanent scars? What
Treatment Options for Colon Cancer
Colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer, is one of the most common cancers in the United States. There are several treatment options and the best treatment depends on how far the cancer has progressed. Sometimes more than one treatment option is combined. Surgery Polypectomy A special tool is used to
Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer Means the Pandemic Isn’t ‘Over’ for Me
as told to Jacqueline Froeber october is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I was in the produce aisle at the Winn-Dixie when a grown man coughed on me. Strong. I was paralyzed: I had a ripe tomato in my hand. I felt his weight and noticed the subtle spray of coughing
Intermittent Fasting for Women – HealthyWomen
Medically reviewed by Isabel Smith, MS, RN, CDN You’ve probably heard of intermittent fasting. There are hundreds of thousands of posts dedicated to this trend on social media, and celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Cameron Diaz swear that this is how they keep their physiques in shape. Famous bodies aside,
A Look Into Modern Diabetes Treatment: 8 Breakthroughs in Recent Years
According to the Singapore Ministry of Health, diabetes mellitus affects approximately 9.5% of the populationmaking it one of the most common chronic diseases in the country. Fortunately, the high global prevalence of the disease has led to much attention and funding being devoted to its research. Today, we have more
Mi cáncer endometrial se mantuvo oculto durante la menopausia
Spanish As reported to Erica Rimlinger I didn’t know I was going through menopause. I was experiencing “the change.” Like many women of my generation, I grew up in a home, in a community and in a society where there was not much talk about “change” and the “problems” that
