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Dry Eyes Symptoms & Causes and How To Get Relief

Dry Eyes Symptoms & Causes and How To Get Relief

August 7, 2023

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Dry eyes frequently lead to eye discomfort, lower eyesight and reduced quality of life, particularly for people over age 50. 

Host Holly Thacker MD discusses the causes of dry eyes, symptoms to look for and lifestyle habits and treatments to improve dry eyes.

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Maintaining a Sense of Purpose in Retirement

Maintaining a Sense of Purpose in Retirement

July 31, 2023

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Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host and Executive Director Holly L. Thacker MD talks with her dear friend and future guest podcaster Sylvia Morrison. 

Sylvia is a retired Cleveland Clinic Marketing Executive who lives the Speaking of Women's Health motto Be Strong, Be Healthy, Be in Charge! She shares her secrets to living a healthy lifestyle during retirement, which include daily exercise and journaling everything she eats.

Sylvia also shares her inside tips on scheduling appointments. Call 1-866-320-4573 24 hours/day, 7 days/week to make an appointment with the Cleveland Clinic.

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Herbs and Spices For Better Health

Herbs and Spices For Better Health

July 24, 2023

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Host Holly Thacker MD talks about how spices and herbs can be used as medicine, how they can improve certain medical conditions and how they can improve skin and your overall health.

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How Your Diet Affects Hormones and Menopause

How Your Diet Affects Hormones and Menopause

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Guest columnist Alexis Supan says the first step in improving hormone balance is avoiding high processed food.


FDA Approves Opill - First Nonprescription Daily Oral Contraceptive

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Opill (norgestrel) tablet for nonprescription use to prevent pregnancy— the first daily oral contraceptive approved for use in the U.S. without a prescription. Approval of this progestin-only oral contraceptive pill provides an option for consumers to purchase oral contraceptive medicine without a prescription at drug stores, convenience stores and grocery stores, as well as online. The timeline for availability and price of this nonprescription…


The Three Stages of Menopause

The Three Stages of Menopause

July 17, 2023

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Did you know that there are three stages of menopause? And do you know when you enter and end these stages? Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly L. Thacker MD talks all about the different stages of menopause and how to know when menopause is actually starting.

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Vulva and Vaginal Care Tips

Vulva and Vaginal Care Tips

July 10, 2023

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Host Holly L. Thacker MD shares why it's important for a woman to properly care for their vulva and vaginal area. She also discusses tips like not using fabric softener sheets with your underwear.

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Dr. Alexa Fiffick is Terrific!

Dr. Alexa Fiffick is Terrific!

July 6, 2023

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Dr. Alexa Fiffick is joining the world of concierge medicine, but before she does, she talks with her mentor and Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker about her experience as a Women's Health fellow at Cleveland Clinic.

For more information on Dr. Fiffick's Concierge Medicine of Westlake, visit https://www.mymsmedicine.com/cmow-coming-soon. You can also reach Dr. Fiffick at 440-797-1871 or via email at drfiffick@msmedicine.com. 

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The Latest On Weight Loss Medications

The Latest On Weight Loss Medications

July 3, 2023

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Host Holly L. Thacker MD shares the latest and greatest weight loss medications. Dr. Thacker discusses when a woman should consider medication for weight loss and other important tips.

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When To See A Certified Nurse Practitioner

When To See A Certified Nurse Practitioner

June 30, 2023

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Host Holly L. Thacker MD interviews CNP Dana Leslie from the Cleveland Clinic. Dana discusses when you can see a CNP instead of your doctor and the different types of IUDs available.

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Experts Respond to Article on Hormone Therapy and Dementia

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Alzheimer disease is twice as common in women than in men; therefore, midlife exposures that might influence its risk in women are of considerable interest. An observational study by Nelsan Pourhadi and colleagues published in BMJ (June 28, 2023) using Danish registries investigated the associations of hormone therapy (HT) with dementia later in life and found an increased risk of dementia with either short-term or long-term use. In an editorial also published in BMJ, Drs. JoAnn Manson and…


Seeing the Dentist: Why It's Important for Women's Oral Health

Seeing the Dentist: Why It's Important for Women's Oral Health

June 27, 2023

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Join Holly Thacker, MD in this interview with Margaret Richards Frankel, DMD where they discuss the importance of oral health in women and what to discuss with your dentist. Dr. Frankel shares ways that dentistry can help improve sleep, cardiovascular disease, and overall oral health.

Looking for a dentist in your area who can help with your sleep problems? Dr. Frankel recommends visiting AAPMD.org and AADSM.org. Visit richardsfrankeldentistry.com to learn more about Dr. Frankel and her dentistry practice.

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Massage Therapy and How It Can Help

Massage Therapy and How It Can Help

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Guest columnist Ryan Wiebusch, a Licensed Massage Therapist at Cleveland Clinic, discusses how massage therapy can improve physical and mental health.


Women's Hormones Explained

Women's Hormones Explained

June 23, 2023

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Host Dr. Holly Thacker discusses all of the female hormones and how they affect women through their different life cycles.

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Does Anxiety Age Women?

Does Anxiety Age Women?

June 20, 2023

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The answer is yes and sometimes by 6-10 years! The mental effects of anxiety translate to physical effects, which include changes at the molecular and genetic level. 

Host Holly L. Thacker MD shares ways women can help reduce their anxiety levels and avoid aging.

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What To Do About Hair Loss and Thinning

What To Do About Hair Loss and Thinning

June 13, 2023

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Hair loss is not just something that just happens with dear ol' dads, it is also very common amongst midlife women. Host Holly Thacker MD discusses when women should be concerned with hair loss and hair thinning, as well as tips and tricks to get those locks flowing!  

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Duavee Back In Stock With Improved Packaging

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Duavee® (conjugated estrogens/bazedoxifene) is back in stock at pharmacies with improved packaging! In 2020, Pfizer voluntarily recalled Duavee due to a weakness in the secondary packaging. Secondary packaging ensures that oxygen doesn’t reach the product and protects the product’s shelf life. Duavee was NOT recalled due to safety issues with the tablets themselves. Pfizer conducted an investigation and evaluated potential solutions, testing each against a series of thresholds. Duavee…


What Breast Cancer Survivors Need To Know

What Breast Cancer Survivors Need To Know

June 6, 2023

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We all know someone who has gone through cancer. Host Holly Thacker MD shares what breast cancer survivors need to know as women including how to preserve fertility, if it's safe to take estrogen and what they can do to help prevent the cancer returning.

And as of June 6, 2023, Duavee® is back in stock in pharmacies after almost a 3 year absence. 

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Tips to Save Money on Prescription Medications

Tips to Save Money on Prescription Medications

June 2, 2023

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Tired of over paying for your prescription medications? Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly L. Thacker MD shares ways to save money on your prescriptions.

Since this podcast episode published, we have learned of a new way to save money on prescriptions - Universal Rx Savings. It is designed to help people save money on expensive prescription medication whether insured or uninsured. 

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Calcium, High Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure Podcast Episode

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In this Speaking of Women's Health Podcast episode, Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses important women's health topics including high cholesterol, high blood pressure and the importance of calcium in this podcast episode.

She shares which foods are high in calcium and when women should consider taking a calcium supplement.

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