The reality of aging — and what you can do about it
We all want to live a nice long time but none of us likes this getting older stuff. I see women all day long who are distressed (either
Read moreWe all want to live a nice long time but none of us likes this getting older stuff. I see women all day long who are distressed (either
Read moreThis post was written by Morghan Milagrosa, CNM, WHNP-BC, formerly of WHA’s Tualatin office. While Morghan is no longer with WHA, we still love these reminders! It seems
Read moreThis post was written by former WHA nurse practitioner Jacqui Quetal. Although Jacqui is no longer with WHA, we still love this advice! Hopefully your experiences have helped
Read moreIn my recent post, “What is Menopause,” I talked about the symptoms that women may experience in the months and years preceding and following the cessation of periods.
Read moreAs my patients get into their 40s and start noticing changes in their menstrual cycles, they often start thinking about menopause. Their older sisters, coworkers and friends may
Read moreOsteoporosis is a silent disease that is commonly seen in older, postmenopausal women. There are no symptoms until bones are so weak they break as a result of
Read moreIn October, 2010 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a statement regarding a possible increase in atypical fractures of the thigh (femur) in patients who take osteoporosis
Read moreMany patients tell us they are taking vitamin D supplements but they’re not really sure why or how much they should take. You may have learned in the
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