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What Is The Women's Health Fellowship?
August 25, 2023
Podcasts
Host Holly L. Thacker MD interviews Chad Schlesinger, Senior Program Manager for OB/Gyn Education at the Cleveland Clinic .
Chad helps recruit physicians for the multiple women’s health fellowship programs throughout the OB/GYN and Women’s Health Institute, including the Specialized Women’s Health fellowship program that Dr. Thacker started a quarter of a century ago.
If you're a physician and interested in applying for a women's health fellowship program at Cleveland Clinic, please visit clevelandclinic.org.
IUDs: The Benefits and Side Effects
Column
Certified Nurse Practitioner Dana Leslie discusses the Intrauterine Contraception (IUD) and what women can expect, including the side effects, the benefits, the cons and the process of inserting an IUD.
Migraine Headaches and What To Do About Them
August 21, 2023
Podcasts
Fellow migraine sufferer and Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD talks migraines and how to know if you are having a migraine and what treatment can help.
Is Your Skin Condition Rosacea?
August 14, 2023
Podcasts
Rosacea is often confused with facial acne, so many do not seek medical treatment.
Host Holly Thacker MD discusses the symptoms of rosacea, triggers to avoid and how to get the proper diagnosis and treatment.
The Importance of Self-Care and Why Women Need To Be A Little Selfish
Column
Marita Pompeani shares ways women can take care of their physical and mental health.
Dry Eyes Symptoms & Causes and How To Get Relief
August 7, 2023
Podcasts
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.
FDA Approves First Oral Treatment for Postpartum Depression
News
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Zurzuvae (zuranolone), the first oral medication indicated to treat postpartum depression (PPD) in adults. PPD is a major depressive episode that typically occurs after childbirth but can also begin during the later stages of pregnancy. Until now, treatment for PPD was only available as an IV injection given by a health care provider in certain health care facilities.
“Postpartum depression is a serious and potentially
Maintaining a Sense of Purpose in Retirement
July 31, 2023
Podcasts
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.
Herbs and Spices For Better Health
July 24, 2023
Podcasts
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.
How Your Diet Affects Hormones and Menopause
Column
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
News
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
The Three Stages of Menopause
July 17, 2023
Podcasts
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.
Vulva and Vaginal Care Tips
July 10, 2023
Podcasts
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.
Dr. Alexa Fiffick is Terrific!
July 6, 2023
Podcasts
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.
The Latest On Weight Loss Medications
July 3, 2023
Podcasts
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.
When To See A Certified Nurse Practitioner
June 30, 2023
Podcasts
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.
Experts Respond to Article on Hormone Therapy and Dementia
News
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
Seeing the Dentist: Why It's Important for Women's Oral Health
June 27, 2023
Podcasts
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.
Massage Therapy and How It Can Help
Column
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
June 23, 2023
Podcasts
Host Dr. Holly Thacker discusses all of the female hormones and how they affect women through their different life cycles.