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Apr 09, 2019
Understanding Perimenopause
Most women are familiar with menopause, a stage later in life when women no longer ovulate or have periods.
Apr 04, 2019
Do You Have Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is defined as the presence of tissue normally found in the uterus implanted in places outside the uterus.
Apr 04, 2019
Hormone Therapy and Fertility
For years, doctors have been using two types of hormones—estrogen and progesterone—to treat a number of different conditions, including perimenopause. These two hormones are also effective components of treatment for some types of infertility.
Mar 08, 2019
What to Expect During a Mammogram
It can be nerve wracking to think about going to get a mammogram. But it's not as hard as it may seem. Learn more about what to expect at your mammogram.
Feb 25, 2019
More Than Just the Baby Blues
A new report form the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force finds that almost 15% of women suffer from some sort of depression or anxiety either during or after pregnancy.
Feb 15, 2019
Take Care of Yourself
Women need to pay attention to their health.
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FDA Approves New Treatment for Postpartum Depression
Jun 12, 2019
Postpartum depression is overwhelming depression and the inability to care for yourself and your newborn—about 1 in 7 women will suffer from postpartum depression after giving birth. Progesterone is the most common hormone in pregnancy, and the dramatic drop in progesterone after giving birth may have a role in depression postpartum. OB/GYN Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the pros and cons of brexanolone, a newly FDA-approved synthetic version of the allopregnanolone steroid, meant to treat postpartum depression.
Play Interview3 Things that Can Kill Young, Healthy People
Jun 6, 2019
Generally, people who are young and healthy aren't necessarily prone to dying—but, there are still exceptions. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about the top three health conditions that can kill people who are otherwise healthy and the warning signs that may be overlooked or mistaken for other conditions.
Play InterviewChoosing Between Botox vs. Fillers
Jun 4, 2019
If you’re looking for cosmetic facial rejuvenation but don’t want to go under the knife, Botox or fillers are a common option to smooth out troublesome areas on the face. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Eric Cerrati explains the difference between the two products, risks, side effects, and what kind of results you can expect from the procedure.
Play InterviewStudy Reveals Need for More Autism Screening in Toddlers
May 31, 2019
A recent study shows that the number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder during early childhood, between the ages of 2 and 3, has remained stagnant over many years. Autism specialist Dr. Deborah Bilder explains why the statistics are troubling and how early diagnosis and intervention can make a difference.
Learn more about early signs of autism spectrum disorder.
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