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Angular Cheilitis

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I have been suffering from angular cheilitis for over a year. I have tried fungal creams, nutritional supplements, and mouthwash without any benefit. Do you know of any other remedies for angular cheilitis? I’m so embarrassed. Please help!


The Top 10 Advances in Women’s Health in 2014

The Top 10 Advances in Women’s Health in 2014

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Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker's column that discusses some of the top advances in women's health from 2014 that are related to new diagnosis and treatment options.


FDA Approves New Test To Better Predict Heart Attack Risk, Particularly For Women

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NBC News reports that the FDA has approved a test that allows physicians to more easily measure "a fairly new indicator of heart disease risk — one that is especially helpful for African-American women." The test "measures the inflammation caused by the buildup of dangerous gunk in the arteries and can show a patient risks having a heart attack or a stroke even if she doesn't have high cholesterol."


“Love Your Life”

“Love Your Life”

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Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker's about our new theme for the year 2015, Love Your Life, which can serve as a health tip to carry you throughout the New Year.


AHAH! Advancing Health After Hysterectomy

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Philip Sarrel, M.D. is the Founder and President of The Advancing Health After Hysterectomy Foundation, Inc., a non-profit corporation registered in Connecticut whose position statement is "Estrogen is the only menopause treatment that treats symptoms, prevents disease and saves lives."


FDA Approves Gardasil 9

News

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Gardasil 9 (Human Papillomavirus 9-valent Vaccine, Recombinant) for the prevention of certain diseases caused by nine types of Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Covering nine HPV types, five more HPV types than Gardasil (previously approved by the FDA), Gardasil 9 has the potential to prevent approximately 90 percent of cervical, vulvar, vaginal and anal cancers.


Tips for De-Stressing the Holidays

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What are some tips for de-stressing the holidays?


Energizing Supplements to Get You Moving Again!

Energizing Supplements to Get You Moving Again!

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Read Stetson T. Thacker, PhD's guest column on ergonomic energy supplements to complement your physical fitness routine.


Run to Stay Young

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Running may reverse aging in certain ways while walking does not, a noteworthy new study of active older people finds. The findings raise interesting questions about whether most of us need to pick up the pace of our workouts in order to gain the greatest benefit.


Urinary Incontinence Treatment Guide

Urinary Incontinence Treatment Guide

Treatment Guides

The loss of bladder control - called urinary incontinence - affects between 13 and 17 million adult Americans, with close to half of all women in the United States experiencing some degree of urinary incontinence.


What you Need to Know About Thyroid Problems in Women

What you Need to Know About Thyroid Problems in Women

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Read thyroid expert and endocrinologist Dr. Divya Yogi-Morren's guest column on thyroid disorders in women.


Pregnancy Weight Gain Calculator

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How much weight should you gain while you're pregnant? Keep tabs on your pregnancy pounds with our pregnancy weight gain calculator.


Sleep in Pregnancy

Sleep in Pregnancy

Column

Read Dr. Megan Lutz's column on sleep and pregnancy. She is a busy Obstetrician-Gynecologist and mother of 2 daughters.


Cranberry Nut Oatmeal Bread

Cranberry Nut Oatmeal Bread

Recipe Box

This festive sweet and tart oatmeal grainy bread uses the whole bag of cranberries, as I always hated a small amount of cranberries left in a bag.

This recipe is from Holly Clegg’s trim&TERRIFIC® Eating Well to Fight Arthritis cookbook.


Pulmonary Fibrosis

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I have Pulmonary Fibrosis. I belong to an online support group and the vast majority of patients are women. How important is it to know more about how the environment is affecting women’s lungs? And therefore our lives?


The Best Exercises For Women

The Best Exercises For Women

Column

Dr. Heather Hirsch discusses which physical activities are best for a woman to maintain good muscle tone and bone and cardiovascular health.


Women's Bladder Issues

October 20, 2014

Podcasts

Dr. Holly L. Thacker discusses the various bladder issues that women deal with and what treatment options are available on the September 9, 2014 "What Women Want" Radio Show on WINT AM 1330.

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Keep Calm. Carry On. Ebola Is Here.

Keep Calm. Carry On. Ebola Is Here.

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Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker's column on the Ebola virus.


Laser Cataract Surgery Guide

Laser Cataract Surgery Guide

Treatment Guides

Is femtosecond laser cataract surgery right for you? Get our free fact sheet to learn how to determine if you’re a candidate, the benefits of femtosecond laser cataract surgery and how it works and what you can expect.


Laser Vision Correction Treatment Guide

Laser Vision Correction Treatment Guide

Treatment Guides

By correcting visual problems in the eye itself instead of relying on glasses or contact lenses, laser vision correction surgery provides hassle-free normal or near-normal vision for many patients. Our free downloadable packet covers the following information the latest treatment options, frequently asked questions, criteria to be a candidate, what to expect before and after surgery and how to schedule a free consultation.