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Toni Hurst

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posted 09/07/2009, comment (1)

Is a Hysterectomy Right For You (Part Two)

So, you're in pain and/or bleeding all the time and it's taking over your life. You're ready to rip your guts out but think a hysterectomy is a better way to go. Is it right for you? And if so, what are the repercussions, side effects and dangers? A hysterectomy means different things to different people. It can mean the removal of... Read more Chevron

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Sandy Greenquist

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posted 03/20/2009, comments (2)

What is Weight-bearing Exercise and Why Do You Need To Do It?

It seems that most of us are aware that women begin to lose bone at a more rapid rate after menopause. We're pretty well-schooled in the fact that we need about 1200mg of calcium (1500 mg if not on hormone therapy), 600 mg of magnesium and at least 1000 IU of vitamin D3 daily in order to help our bodies continue to build bone and prevent... Read more Chevron

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PJ Hamel

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posted 05/22/2008, comments (4)

Hot Flashes: A New Menopause Symptom Treatment on the Horizon?

Has menopause has got you down? The emotional swings, the crazy menstrual periods, the feeling that your mind is a blackboard that's just been wiped clean. The long nights, restlessly tossing and turning in bed. And, oh yeah - how about those hot flashes? Hot Flashes - The Killer Menopause Symptom (that Won't Kill You) Hot... Read more Chevron

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