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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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When should you take your blood pressure medication?

Do you or someone you love take medicine for high blood pressure? A new study says that taking it at bedtime might help even more than taking it in the morning! This study was shared by HealthDay and published in … Continue reading

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Shingles Vaccine Benefits: Lower Heart Disease Risk?

I understand that vaccines are a touchy subject. But, as a 30-year family medicine physician, I LOVE vaccines! They decrease infection and save lives. Do I sound like a cheerleader? A recent study found that people who get the shingles … Continue reading

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