The Seven Domains of Women's Health
with Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones
Being healthy is more than just your physical health. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones and her guests discuss and take your calls on all the aspects that contribute to women's health. You'll also get some great ideas how you can improve your health and the health of your families.
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In-vitro Gametogenesis: Making Babies From Skin Cells
Jun 22, 2017Scientists have shown that they can create fertile eggs from "pluripotent" skin stem cells—cells that can form into any type of embryonic cell. The potential for this kind of regenerative medicine could also help treat diseases. For example, stem cells can now restore healthy bone marrow in ... Read More
You Should Be Skeptical About Supplements
Jun 15, 2017Supplements can be purchased for everything from libido enhancement to boosting athletic performance. But are they good for you? Women's health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones points out that dietary supplements are ... Read More
How to Become a Milk Donor
Jun 8, 2017In the past, a wet nurse would feed and care for another woman's child if the mother was unable to produce her own breast milk. Today, breast milk donors can contribute to a milk bank available to mothers who cannot breastfeed because of illness, medications or other reasons. Read More
Listener Question: Can My Baby Be Allergic to My Milk?
May 25, 2017If your newborn isn’t taking to your breast milk, could she be allergic? According to Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones, the chances are very low. Dr. Jones goes through the few situations in which a baby is seemingly ... Read More
Treating Babies Exposed to Drugs of Abuse
May 18, 2017Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones speaks to Dr. Gwen McMillin, medical director of toxicology at ARUP Laboratories, about managing drug abuse in mothers ... Read More
I'm Peeing More As I Age – Am I Normal?
May 11, 2017Thirty percent of women ages 40-50 have an overactive bladder: more bathroom breaks during the day, urgent trips waking you up at night. According to women’s specialist Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones, there are a few reasons ... Read More
Babies Can Be Exposed to Drugs Before Birth
May 4, 2017An estimated 1 in 10 unborn babies is exposed to harmful drugs of abuse or prescription drugs. Dr. Gwen McMillin, professor of pathology and medical director of toxicology at ARUP Laboratories, says, "It's a growing ... Read More