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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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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® (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

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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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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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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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Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses important women's health topics including high cholesterol, high blood pressure and the importance of calcium. She shares which foods are high in calcium and when women should consider taking a calcium supplement.

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Want beautiful, healthy skin this summer? Host Dr. Holly Thacker shares tips to protect your skin from sun damage as well as how to avoid those pesky bugs in the summer.

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Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker’s column on “Fun in the Sun!”

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On this week's episode of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast, Host Dr. Thacker interviews Aesthetician Lori Scarso. 

Lori shares all the inside tips on how to get glowing, beautiful skin. 

And enjoy this $30 off the Diamond Glow treatment thanks to Lori! 

• https://alle.com/offer/diamondglow-30off

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Speaking of Women's Health guest columnist Candice Price shares six ways to help care for lower back pain.

Diane Hoard's menopause symptoms started at age 50, and sometimes became debilitating.

"They were happening every half hour, all day and all night," she says. "They were relentless."

Her hot flashes impact her concentration, sleep, and even work.

"You're worried about when it's going to happen and you're miserable while it's happening," she told 3News, "and you can't just get up and walk away," Diane said.

Estrogen therapy worked wonders, but Hoard had to stop after a

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Host Dr. Holly Thacker interviews Teresa Ryan, expert on Medicare and insurance coverage. Teresa shares tips and tricks on navigating Medicare and other insurance coverage:

• Assistance and free counseling to better understand Medicare, supplemental plans, Medicare Advantage plans and prescription drug plans:  Call Medicare Rights Center – 800-333-4114
• Medicare enrollment and coverage information: Visit medicare.gov. How to sign up: call 800-Medicare (800-633-4227)
• Medicare Advantage plan ratings: Visit medicare.gov & search “Medicare Plan Finder”
• State program provides help paying for drug coverage based on financial need, age and medical condition: Visit medicare.gov & search SPAP (State Pharmaceutical Assistance Program)

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The Food and Drug Administration approved on Friday a new nonhormonal medication to treat the hot flashes and night sweats that often plague people during menopause.

While not quite as effective as the standard treatment — estrogen or estrogen coupled with progestin — the new prescription drug, fezolinetant, will be welcomed by those who struggle with vasomotor symptoms — episodes of intense heat along with sweating and flushing — and won't or can’t take hormonal therapy, such as

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Host and Speaking of Women's Health Executive Director Holly Thacker, MD discusses what supplements, vitamins and medications can help for joint pain and stiffness. Plus how eating an anti-inflammatory diet can help reduce joint pain.

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Cleveland Clinic Registered Nurse and Care Coordinator Alexandria Delasantos shares tips on how to save money on prescription medications.

Guest columnist Dr. Jessica Ruff says, "Research shows that sedentary behavior increases the risk for cardiovascular disease, cancer and all-cause mortality." Read her tips on how to move more and reduce sitting time.

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Host Holly Thacker, MD discusses osteoporosis, bone health, calcium (the healthiest cheeses to eat), vitamin D -  and all things women's health in honor of May being Osteoporosis Awareness Month.

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This episode of the Podcast is the Epilogue - the final chapter of The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause.

Thanks for tuning in to listen to Dr. Holly Thacker as she reads and discusses each chapter of her book The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause. 

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Monica Robins interviews Speaking of Women's Health Executive Director Holly L. Thacker, MD to discuss what women need to know about hormones and menopause.