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HPV vaccine for the win!

We now know that HPV (human papillomavirus) causes many different cancers. The HPV vaccine which is given to most preteens at 11-12 years of age can be given up to age 45. Studies have shown that patients view HPV vaccine … Continue reading

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Can Probiotics Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Premenopausal Women?

Can Probiotics Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Premenopausal Women? Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are very common in women. Some women get UTIs over and over, even when they drink plenty of water and try to stay healthy. Because … Continue reading

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A New Option for Hot Flashes: Elinzanetant (Lynkuet)

I have some exciting news for women going through menopause: a new medicine called Elinzanetant has just been approved by the FDA to help treat hot flashes and night sweats. It is expected to be available November 2025 with an … Continue reading

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The FDA Is Removing the Black Box Warning From Estrogen Products: What This Means for Women

In 2002, the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study reported increased risks of breast cancer, blood clots, stroke, and heart disease in women taking combined estrogen + progestin. The media coverage was intense, and many women stopped hormone therapy overnight. In … Continue reading

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A Healthy Mouth Can Protect Your Heart and Blood Sugar As a family doctor I believes that good health starts with the basics—what we eat, how we move, and yes, how we care for our teeth and gums. I ask … Continue reading

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Why So Many Women Don’t Ask for Help with Menopause — And Why They Should

What Is Menopause? Menopause is a natural part of aging. It usually happens between ages 45 and 60, when a woman’s ovaries stop making as much estrogen and periods stop. The definition of menopause is one year after the last … Continue reading

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Understanding Menopause Health Disparities

I am loving the part of my practice where I care for peri- and menopausal women. I am acutely aware that every woman’s menopause experience is different. While menopause happens to all women, the way it feels can be very … Continue reading

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Testosterone therapy for women: What you should know

I am a 30-year board-certified physician and Menopause Society certified physician. A lot of my patients are asking about testosterone… When people think of testosterone, they often think of it as a “male hormone.” But women also make small amounts … Continue reading

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Kratom: What is it? And, lots of other details….

I attended a medical student presentation recently and learned some interesting facts about kratom. What is it?Kratom is a natural substance derived from the Mitragyna speciosa tree, native to Southeast Asia. Its main active compound is 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), an opioid. … Continue reading

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Sometimes I am asked by patients “What should I do with medication that I no longer need?” I tell them that pharmacies have specific days that they accept medications back. That time is soon! National Prescription Fall Take Back Day … Continue reading

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