Speaking of Women's Health

Send us Fan Mail 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. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail Host Dr. Holly Thacker discusses all of the female hormones and how they affect women through their different life cycles. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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!   Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 insu...

Send us Fan Mail 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. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 covera...

Send us Fan Mail 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. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Achoo! It's that time of year again - allergy season. Host and fellow allergy sufferer Holly Thacker, MD shares tips to prevent and help with those annoying allergy symptoms.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Host and author Dr. Holly Thacker wraps up her book The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause with several Appendixes discussing preventive care, shared medical appointments, managing migraine headaches, caregiving keys, understanding compounding pharmacies, and resources for midlife women. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Many women seek balance during midlife, perhaps because menopause introduces so many hormonal shifts. Host and author Dr. Holly Thacker reads Chapter 14 of her book The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause - Your Body, Your Choices and shares ways women can feel better and age better. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join Tara Iyer, MD and Host Holly Thacker, MD on the Menopause Learning Podcast as they discuss the changes that occur to the body metabolically throughout the menopause transition and what lifestyle modifications are critical to optimize a woman's health at midlife. They also discuss the latest prescription medications and therapies available for weight loss in women at midl...

Send us Fan Mail Kristi Tough DeSapri, MD joins us in this CME podcast episode to discuss bone health in midlife women, including fracture risk assessment, what do do with a DXA report, medications and treatments, understanding a woman's risk factors and supplements. After listening to this podcast, please visit menopauselearning.com to claim your free accreditation. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Holly Thacker, MD, Host of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast, shares the top 13 superfoods for women that help reduce cancer risk, help with weight loss and can help improve mood. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail What constitutes abnormal bleeding when you're entering menopause? Host and author Dr. Holly Thacker discusses what to look for with abnormal bleeding and what you're options are for treatment in Chapter 13 of her book The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause . Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Why is belly fat bad for your heart? Why do women tend to gain weight in midlife? Host Holly Thacker, MD shares ways women can lose unwanted pounds with healthy living tips. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Midlife is a critical turning point for a woman's bone health. There's a direct relationship between menopause and the development of the bone thinning disorder termed osteoporosis.  Midlife is a prime time to prevent and treat low bone mass, so we can stay strong, healthy and in charge in our later years! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Hormone therapy is not a one size fits all solution. Hot flashes might be one woman's most severe symptom, but another woman may be more concerned about sexual dysfunction. Host and Author Dr. Holly Thacker reads and discusses "Customizing Hormone Therapy." Dr. Thacker discusses the wide variety of hormone therapy options and what may be best for you based on your m...

Send us Fan Mail Hormone therapy is still the best available treatment to treat menopausal symptoms. Host and Author Dr. Holly Thacker reads and discusses "The Risks and Benefits of Hormone Therapy," Chapter 10 of her book The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause . Support the show