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Speaking of Women's Health

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Send us a text We kick off season four by unpacking the most important women’s health developments of 2025 and turning them into simple, confident actions for 2026. From menopausal care finally getting a long-overdue reboot to new tools for mood, pain, and preventive screening, we focus on what’s real, what helps and what to do next. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker walks through timely risks and practical choices: the new data linking long-term Depo-Provera use to m...

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Send us a text We kick off season four by unpacking the most important women’s health developments of 2025 and turning them into simple, confident actions for 2026. From menopausal care finally getting a long-overdue reboot to new tools for mood, pain, and preventive screening, we focus on what’s real, what helps and what to do next. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker walks through timely risks and practical choices: the new data linking long-term Depo-Provera use to m...

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Speaking of Women's Health

How 2025 Changed Women’s Health and Looking Ahead to 2026

Send us a text We kick off season four by unpacking the most important women’s health developments of 2025 and turning them into simple, confident actions for 2026. From menopausal care finally getting a long-overdue reboot to new tools for mood, pain, and preventive screening, we focus on what’s real, what helps and what to do next. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker walks through timely risks and practical choices: the new data linking long-term Depo-Provera use to m...

1 week ago

31 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Holiday Eating, Without The Guilt

Send us a text The holidays don’t have to be a choice between joy and well-being. We invite you into a cozy Christmas Eve conversation that blends candlelight traditions with clear, doable strategies for eating well, staying energized, and sleeping better. From a nourishing breakfast to a colorful plate at dinner, you’ll learn how to slow down and savor your favorites. We also share a one-minute breathing reset to melt stress and a warm, cinnamon baked apples recipe that makes your home smell...

2 weeks ago

33 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Why Chromium is Important for Your Metabolism and Mind

Send us a text A tiny mineral with a big impact can change how you feel during the day -from steadier energy to clearer thinking and fewer snack attacks. So, what is this important mineral? Chromium, the quiet cofactor that helps your body process carbs, fats, and proteins more efficiently. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly L. Thacker explains why “food first” beats a crowded supplement shelf, and how easy wins—broccoli, green beans, quinoa, lean proteins, dairy, and eve...

3 weeks ago

16 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Why Your Symptoms Matter More Than Your Hormone Numbers

Send us a text Hot flashes don’t keep a schedule, and neither do lab numbers. We sit down with Dr. Rachel Novik of Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Specialized Women’s Health to cut through the noise around perimenopause, menopause, and hormone testing—and focus on what actually helps you feel like yourself again. We talk about why the most reliable “diagnosis” of menopause is still 12 months without a period, and when lab work like estradiol and FSH can be helpful for patients with hormonal IU...

1 month ago

31 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Why “I don’t need birth control” still means you might need hormonal control

Send us a text What if birth control could be your most reliable tool for better cycles, clearer skin, steadier moods, and a smoother perimenopause—whether or not you need pregnancy prevention? Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker sits down with Certified Nurse Practitioner Dana Leslie to map out a smarter, personalized path through contraception, hormone balance, and sexual health that actually fits real life. They also break down the latest in at‑home STI testing...

1 month ago

33 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

You Don’t Need A Perfect Holiday To Make Real Memories

Send us a text Perfection is loud during the holidays. Presence is quieter—and far more powerful. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Executive Producer Leigh Klekar sat down with clinical social worker and holistic psychotherapist Marita Pompeani to unpack why this season ratchets up stress and how to find steady ground with simple, science-backed tools you can use anywhere. We talk about expectations and how social media scripts can push us to overspend, overcommit, and overlook our bandwid...

1 month ago

52 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

The Supplement Showdown: Creatine, L-Carnitine, Taurine, and Boron

Send us a text The wellness industry thrives on convincing us we need the latest supplements for optimal health. But do those trendy powders and pills pushed by social media influencers actually deliver results? In this eye-opening episode, Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker cuts through the marketing noise surrounding four popular supplements dominating online conversations: Creatine, L-Carnitine, Taurine, and Boron. As Director for the Center for Specialized Women's ...

1 month ago

34 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Grandparents' Rights: Legal Options When You Need to Step In

Send us a text When family dynamics break down, who protects the bond between grandparents and grandchildren? Attorney Eva Saulnier returns to the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to tackle this often-overlooked but emotionally charged area of family law. Most grandparents are shocked to discover they have limited legal standing regarding their grandchildren. As Saulnier explains to Host Dr. Holly Thacker, courts maintain a strong preference for parental rights, even when those parents are...

1 month ago

41 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Here’s How to Build Collagen the Smart Way

Send us a text Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker unpacks what collagen actually is, why production slows with age and menopause, and how to protect and build it with food and daily habits. She weighs the evidence on collagen supplements, shares safety guardrails, and lays out a practical plan for skin, joints, and bones. Dr. Thacker starts with the big levers: why smoking, alcohol, sugar, and UV exposure damage collagen, and how simple shifts—SPF on chronically expose...

2 months ago

17 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Navigating Menopause and Hormone Therapy After Breast Cancer with Dr. Corinne Menn

Send us a text Breast cancer survivors are sometimes told to endure the fallout of estrogen deprivation. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host sits down with Dr. Corinne Menn, a long‑term breast cancer survivor, to unpack what real, evidence‑based menopause care looks like for breast cancer survivors, high‑risk women, and BRCA previvors—without fear and without shame. For more information on Dr. Corinne Menn, visit drmenn.com. Support the show

2 months ago

37 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Boosting Bone Health

Send us a text Your bones are silently changing beneath the surface, and for women entering menopause, that change accelerates at an alarming rate. Did you know you could lose up to 30% of your bone mass in the first 5-7 years after menopause? This silent thief works without symptoms until a fracture occurs, often when it's too late for prevention. In this episode, Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker reads Chapter 12 of her book, "The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause,...

2 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

World Menopause Day: Understanding the Complete Menopause Journey

Send us a text Every October 18th marks World Menopause Day, highlighting a transition affecting over a billion women worldwide who spend at least a third to half of their lives in this phase. Despite its universal nature, menopause remains poorly understood and inadequately addressed in many healthcare settings. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker walks you through the menopause journey in this episode. She touches on the increasing severity of health issues during men...

2 months ago

42 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

The Risks and Benefits of Hormone Therapy

Send us a text Hormone therapy remains the gold standard for treating menopausal symptoms—hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and vaginal dryness. When started within 10 years of menopause onset, it offers a remarkable 30% reduction in all-cause mortality. Yet this fact rarely makes headlines. Join Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker as she reads and discusses Chapter 10: The Risks and Benefits of Hormone Therapy from her book, "The Cleveland Cli...

2 months ago

1 hour

Speaking of Women's Health

Choosing and Seeing a Doctor at Midlife

Send us a text Are you tired of feeling like you're navigating menopause or perimenopause alone, armed only with contradictory advice and sensationalized headlines? Dr. Holly Thacker, Director of the Center for Specialized Women's Health at Cleveland Clinic, is here to change that. In honor of October being World Menopause Month, we are replaying this first episode of Dr. Thacker's podcast series based on her book, "The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Menopause." In Chapter 1, Choosing and ...

3 months ago

57 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Your Body on Alcohol: What Everyone Needs to Know

Send us a text In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Holly Thacker tackles the complex relationship between alcohol and health, particularly for women. Drawing from both scientific evidence and personal stories, she explains why women experience more severe effects from alcohol than men—even when drinking the same amount. The conversation goes beyond basic facts about alcoholism to explore how alcohol uniquely impacts women's bodies. Dr. Thacker reveals that women metabolize alcohol more slowly a...

3 months ago

41 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

The Burning Truth: Understanding Acid Reflux and GERD

Send us a text That burning sensation creeping up your chest after a delicious meal isn't just uncomfortable—it's your body sending you an important message. Dr. Holly Thacker breaks down the crucial differences between occasional acid reflux and chronic GERD, a condition affecting one in three adults that shouldn't be ignored. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, Dr. Thacker explains how your lower esophageal sphincter functions as the gatekeeper between your stomach and esophagus, ...

3 months ago

36 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Expert Advice on Midlife Women's Health with Dr. Madeline Cohn

Send us a text What happens when your body enters perimenopause? Does hormone therapy cause cancer? Dr. Madeline Cohn, who recently joined Cleveland Clinic's Center for Specialized Women's Health as a staff physician, brings clarity to these questions. With expertise in menopause care, sexual health, osteoporosis, and general gynecological concerns, Dr. Cohn tackles six persistent menopause myths that cause unnecessary worry. Dr. Cohn explains how menopause affects sleep, mood, memory, skin,...

3 months ago

32 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Your Bladder Matters: Common Urinary Issues in Women

Send us a text Have you ever wondered why urinary issues seem to affect women differently than men? The answer lies in our unique anatomy and hormonal makeup — factors that make female urinary health both fascinating and complex. Dr. Holly Thacker takes listeners on a comprehensive journey through the most common urologic conditions affecting women during Urology Awareness Month. From the annoying but potentially dangerous urinary tract infections to the embarrassing reality of pelvic organ ...

4 months ago

43 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

The Silent Threat: Understanding Ovarian Cancer

Send us a text Ovarian cancer, the second most common gynecologic malignancy, can be cured 90-95% of the time when caught early. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host talks through the risk factors like family history, BRCA gene mutations, obesity, and personal reproductive factors that are essential for early detection and prevention. • Risk increases with age (over 50), family history, and BRCA gene mutations • BRCA1 carriers face 35-70% lifetime risk compared to less than 2% in ge...

4 months ago

31 minutes

Speaking of Women's Health

Are You Getting the Necessary Omega Fatty Acids?

Send us a text Could balancing your omega-3 and omega-6 intake be the key to better health and wellness? Discover how omega fatty acids play a pivotal role in our lives as host Dr. Holly Thacker unravels everything you need to know about omega fatty acids. Join us as we explore the remarkable benefits of omega-3 fatty acids on conditions ranging from depression to cardiovascular and neurodegenerative disorders. Dr. Thacker addresses the challenges of achieving adequate omega-3 intake solely t...

4 months ago

36 minutes