What can we expect during menopause? We sat down with Nancy Siskowic and Erica Buck who are both experienced in women’s health. Nancy is a nurse practitioner and women’s health specialist who has come to be known as, ‘The Menopause Lady’. It’s no surprise, as she’s been helping women with their physical and mental health…
Have you been taking hormones, but are still experiencing post-menopausal symptoms like decreased libido, mood swings, anxiety or depression? It may seem counter intuitive, but you might want to take a look at your gut health. We sat down with Rita Wadhwani, Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Nurse Specialist for over 15 years, who is now…
It might be surprising to know that over 25% of kids who get Covid, whether seriously ill or not, develop long-term symptoms, known as Long-haul Covid. There is not a specific test that can be taken and there’s no directed treatment for it either. Long-haul Covid symptoms include any number of symptoms, as stated by…
If you had Covid and still are experiencing symptoms beyond 4-weeks after your initial infection, you likely have long-haul Covid. Not all those with Long-Haul Covid have experienced a loss of smell, but if you have, we understand it can be quite frustrating. What has been found is that the loss of smell can go…
As the winter months continue, we are experiencing a tripledemic for Children. This includes a high number of cases of Covid, the flu, and RSV. In order to treat these viruses, medications that treat flu-like symptoms such as a fever and/or cough are in demand. The most common medications to treat these viruses are Tylenol…
Have you been thinking about what you want to accomplish for 2023? We sat down with Dr. Martha Koo, licensed psychiatrist & psychoanalyst who is the Co-Founder/Medical Director for Neuro Wellness Spa and Medical Director for Clear Recovery Center in the South Bay to discuss how to set mental health and wellness goals for the…
Do you get the winter blues? Many of us experience a change in mood moving from fall to winter, yet we are able to adjust our mood for daily functioning. It’s common, and may present some challenges, but it’s temporary. It might be surprising to know, however, that 10 million Americans suffer from Seasonal Affective…
As November comes to a close and we’re already deep into the holiday season, we don’t want to forget that November is National Family Caregivers Month. This is the time to honor and support our family caregivers who devote much of their time and energy into caring for loved ones. It might be surprising to…
Most women don’t think about their cervix very often – unless they are visiting the gynecologist for an annual exam. The reality is, cervical health is essential, and food, choice of contraception, and other lifestyle factors significantly impact the cervix. Here are some important things to consider: HPV (human papillomavirus) Awareness HPV is the most…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It might be startling to know that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. It can be a scary thing. What steps can we take to change this statistic? One thing we can do, is focus on prevention. Breast cancer prevention really starts…
