Speaking of Women’s Health Blog
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Mother’s Day and Nurse Appreciation
Posted on May 12, 2012
Dr. Holly L. Thacker discusses the importance of Mother's Day and Nurse Appreciation.
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Do you have “Tanorexia?”
Posted on May 05, 2012
Dr. Thacker discusses the dangers and potential addiction to tanning.
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May Day!
Posted on May 01, 2012
May Day has several meanings. What does the first of May mean to you and your health?
By Holly L. Thacker, M.D.
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“The Truth About Statins”
Posted on April 22, 2012
Dr. Thacker reviews the new book, "The Truth About Statins" by women's health cardiologist, Dr. Barbara H. Roberts.
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You do not have to go with the flow!
Posted on April 01, 2012
There is no reason to have to suffer with heavy menstrual flow. There are more and more treatment options for women who are dealing with heavy menses.
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Does Eating Red Meat Increase Your Chances of Dying Prematurely?
Posted on March 29, 2012
There has been a lot of controversy in the media lately around red meat. Does read meat really cause premature death? Nutritionist, Peggy Zeller, answers this question.
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Can you really go 5 years between your pap tests?
Posted on March 14, 2012
New guidelines support spacing out your pap tests as long as you are healthy and low risk.
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Updated 2012 Guidelines on the use of Hormone Therapy for Menopause
Posted on February 28, 2012
The North American Menopause Society just released their 2012 updated guidelines on hormone therapy and
the operative word is "reassuring."
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How is a colonoscopy like filling out your income tax forms?
Posted on February 23, 2012
A colonoscopy can reduce your chances of dying of colon cancer. So why don't we all get one like we are supposed to?
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What do physicians think about lipstick?
Posted on February 18, 2012
You might think that the medical profession is not concerned about lipstick. Think again!
Lipstick is not only the perview of fashionistas and women who apply makeup and want to avoid chapped lips!
