Speaking of Women's Health

Alexis Supan, RD joins guest host Leigh Klekar on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to discuss the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet. Alexis shares tips on how to start eating healthier and what benefits an anti-inflammatory diet can have on the body. To make an appointment with Alexis, visit clevleandclinic.org or call 216-448-4325.

Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD catches up with Lillie McKinney one year after her retirement from Cleveland Clinic. Lillie shares really helpful tips on how to make the most of your retirement financially and socially.

Host Holly Thacker, MD interviews Divya Yogi-Morren, MD to talk about Cushing's syndrome and why women should educate themselves on the symptoms and potential consequences associated with Cushing's syndrome to foster early detection and proper management.

Millions of women experience involuntary loss of urine called urinary incontinence - in fact up to 1 in 3 women involuntarily leak urine. Older women experience UI more often than younger women. But incontinence and urinary leakage is not a normal part of aging. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD shares how women can get treated for bladder leakage and at-home tips to start now.

April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Women between the ages of 35-54 - who are likely to be juggling many roles - experience significantly higher stress than men. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD shares ways women can reduce their reaction to stressful situations and the importance of taking time for themselves.

Dr. Ula Abed joins Host Dr. Holly Thacker on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to talk about the different thyroid disorders, the symptoms to look for and what treatments are available.

Everything you need to know to prepare for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8. Host Holly Thacker, MD shares important safety tips and how to protect your eyes and skin during this celestial event.

Aesthetician Amanda Kanaan joins Host Holly Thacker, MD on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to share what skincare tips to take day and night for flawless skin.

Low back pain can be disabling and tricky to deal with. 84% of adults undergo low back pain at some point in their lives. Host Holly Thacker, MD shares ways to treat back pain and when to know if it's sciatica pain. Those interested in spinal manipulative therapy or acupuncture treatment can schedule an appointment with one of the experts at the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine by calling 216-448-4325 (option 1). For rehabilitation exercise one can schedule an appointment with a rehabilitation specialist at the Cleveland Clinic’s Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by calling 216-636-5860.

Vaginitis is a medical term that describes various disorders that cause your vagina to become infected or inflamed. Bacterial vaginosis is related to a change in the bacterial flora of the vagina which allows overgrowth of Gardnerella bacteria. Host Dr. Holly Thacker breaks down the differences between vaginitis and bacterial vaginosis, what their symptoms are, and the best treatments available.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. Host Dr. Thacker discusses the new recommendations for colon cancer screening and sets the record straight on many common myths that surround colonoscopies.

Host Holly L. Thacker, MD interviews Stetson Thacker, PhD to learn more about genetic testing for cancer risk, how our genetics can help with weight loss and how to continue with your weight loss resolution with a few simple tips. Don't miss another episode, subscribe to our FREE Speaking of Women's Health Podcast! Do you have a women's health question that you want answered by Dr. Thacker? Send us a message on Instagram with your question and you might just hear it on the next Speaking of Women's Health Podcast episode. (And while you're there, follow us!)

Kidney stones send half a million people to the emergency room every year. In most cases, stones pass through the body naturally, but some stones cause complications that may require additional medical and surgical treatment. Host Dr. Thacker talks through what can cause a kidney stone, the symptoms to look for, and what to do if the stone doesn't pass. At the end of the episode, Dr. Thacker shares how to prevent kidney stones with diet and lifestyle changes.

February is Heart Health Month and Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker breaks down how heart disease is different in women compared to men. She shares what symptoms women experience with cardiovascular disease, the importance of estrogen for women after menopause and how to be heart healthy.

Holly Thacker, MD, host of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast, talks about thyroid conditions in women in this podcast episode. Dr. Thacker discusses what symptoms to look for when it comes to thyroid issues and when to see a physician for treatment.

Dr. Rachel Rosen, DDS joins Holly Thacker, MD in the Sunflower House to talk about the importance of caring for your little ones teeth starting at a young age. Dr. Rosen specializes in pediatric dentistry, airway dentistry, and Myofunctional therapy. She works with local lactation consultants, Myofunctional therapists, chiropractors, speech therapists, orthodontists, and other experts to support her patients in achieving the best outcomes. Learn more about Dr. Rosen and her dentist office Great Beginnings Pediatric Dentistry. You can also call their office at 330-425-1885 and follow them on Instagram @gbpdsmiles.

You don't want to miss this episode! Executive Director of Speaking of Women's Health and host of the SWH Podcast shares the latest and greatest in women's health. Everything you didn't know you needed to know about women's health!

Dr. Ula Abed Alwahab joins Dr. Holly Thacker in the Sunflower House to talk about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Dr. Abed discusses common PCOS symptoms treatment options and lifestyle modifications.

Host Holly Thacker, MD rings in the New Year with Season 2 of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast! On this episode, Dr. Thacker shares 12 health tips for a healthy new year, a delicious and easy-to-make new year's recipe, and 3 at-home beauty tips to be your best self in 2024.

Dr. Rachel Novik shares highlights from the 2023 Menopause Society Meeting. In part two of this Podcast series, Dr. Novik discusses the latest medications, cancer screening guidelines and osteoporosis therapy.

Dr. Madeline Cohn sits down with Host Holly Thacker, MD to discuss the highlights from the 2023 Menopause Society Meeting. Dr. Cohn shares updates on cardiovascular health, cognitive health, sexual health, menopause treatments, and combating medical misinformation in menopause.

Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses why women experience dizziness and how it can be related to headaches and other conditions. She also shares why we shouldn't use those earbuds at such a high volume and more tips.

Join Host Holly Thacker, MD as she interviews Lisa Strmac Margolis about her fundraising initiatives and her inspiration for giving back to others. Visit oki.wish.org and shareavision.org for more information on Lisa's favorite charities, Make-A-Wish and Share A Vision. Don't miss another episode, subscribe to our FREE Speaking of Women's Health Podcast! Do you have a women's health question that you want answered by Dr. Thacker? Send us a message on Instagram with your question and you might just hear it on the next Speaking of Women's Health Podcast episode. (And while you're there, follow us!)

Practicing gratitude increases happiness and optimism while decreasing the risk of anxiety and depression. Host Holly Thacker, MD expresses her gratitude in this episode and shares ways you can show your gratitude this Thanksgiving and reap the health benefits.

Eva Saulnier, Attorney at Law at Zashin & Rich joins the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to share tips and advice for women when it comes to divorce, custody and all aspects of domestic relations. For more information on Eva Saulnier, please visit zrlaw.com. You can also visit aaml.org to find a Family Law lawyer in your area.