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Dorian Martin

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Half of Postmenopausal Women Face Challenge of Vaginal Atrophy

Menopause brings about many changes to the body. Some of those we can see; other changes aren’t so visible. For instance, vaginal atrophy affects about half of postmenopausal women, according to the Mayo Clinic . One type of atrophy is vulvovaginal atrophy. “During perimenopause, less estrogen may cause the tissues of the vulva and... Read more Chevron

posted 02/25/2011, comments (3)|

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Taking Time in Mid-Life to Prepare End-of-Life Documents

When I started graduate school, I took a class entitled “Adult Learning.” One classmate and I (both of whom were over 40 years old) were the “seniors” in the class. I remember at one point that one young man in his early 20s said, “I now know what it means to be an adult.” I looked at my older classmate, and... Read more Chevron

posted 02/08/2011, comments (0)|

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Wear Red on Friday, Feb. 4 to Increase Awareness About Women's Heart Health

With all the snow around the United States, it seems like a burst of color would be so welcome. And we’re in luck! Friday, Feb. 4 is National Wear Read Day®, which is designed as a way for Americans to show their support for women’s heart disease awareness. Friday also would be a good day to really think about your own ticker. As... Read more Chevron

posted 02/03/2011, comments (0)|

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Menopause and Aging Can Result in Skin Issues

I’ve noticed that my skin has started to become dryer. I’ve found a certain line of products that seem to work on my face, but the usual body moisturizers that I’ve used previously no longer seem to work as well in fighting off dry skin. Middle-age women also can experience skin issues such as tender skin, wrinkling and... Read more Chevron

posted 01/31/2011, comment (1)|

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A Focus on Functional Fitness is Critical for Middle-Age Women

It’s getting time for those New Year’s resolutions. Many folks always put exercise more on their list, often focusing on a way to lose weight. I plan to exercise more, but my focus now is more on being able to physically do things. I’ve found as I’ve reached middle-age, it (at times) is more difficult to accomplish tasks.... Read more Chevron

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