Tag Archives: Women’s Health Connection
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly – the Lipoprotein Story
You have heard of “good” cholesterol (HDL) and no doubt heard of “bad” cholesterol. But have you heard of the “ugly” cholesterol (small dense LDL)? Small dense LDL are one particular dangerous type of LDL. Unfortunately their measurement is not … Continue reading
One very helpful patient iphone app…
The American Medical Association has a new iphone app that I love. It offers a portable storage site for all your medical info. Medications, allergy information, emergency contacts, your health care team, and your pharmacy. It makes information between patients … Continue reading
Changes in Blood Pressure in Early 40s Affect Lifetime Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack in Women
“Oh it’s just up because I was in a rush to get here” “Oh it’s just up because I took the stairs” “Oh it’s just up because I’m feeling a little stressed”. It is easy to try to rationalize a … Continue reading
Emergency Contraception Should be Available for Adolescents (Plan B)
What is the most commonly performed gynecologic procedure in the USA? No it’s not a hysterectomy. And no, not an ablation. It’s therapeutic abortion. By a long shot. Over 1.3 million abortions occur every year in the USA. In … Continue reading
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