HEALTH AND WELLNESS BLOG
Postpartum to Perimenopause: Navigating the Overlap in Women’s Health
In recent decades, more women are choosing to have children in their late 30s and early 40s—a trend that reflects greater reproductive autonomy and advances in fertility care. However, this timing can create a unique overlap between the postpartum period and the onset of perimenopause, two hormonally intense phases that share many symptoms.
Can Hearing Aids Help Prevent Dementia? New Research Says Yes—Especially for Those in Their 60s
As the global population ages, the search for effective strategies to prevent dementia becomes increasingly urgent. A growing body of research now points to a surprisingly simple intervention: hearing aids.
What Is Perimenopause? Understanding the Transition and Treatment Options
Perimenopause is the natural transitional phase leading up to menopause, marked by fluctuating hormone levels—especially estrogen and progesterone—as the ovaries gradually slow down their function.
Testosterone Therapy Shows Promise in Reducing Hip Fractures and Enhancing Recovery in Older Adults
A recent study highlighted by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has shed light on the potential benefits of testosterone therapy in reducing the risk of hip fractures and improving post-surgical recovery, particularly in older women.
Menopause and Autoimmunity: Unraveling the Hormonal Link
Menopause marks a significant hormonal transition, particularly the decline of estrogen and progesterone, which play critical roles in immune regulation.
Strength Training: The Cornerstone of Lifelong Vitality
Exercise is increasingly recognized as the most powerful intervention for extending both lifespan and healthspan. Dr. Peter Attia, a physician and longevity expert, emphasizes in his book Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity that strength training is “the single most potent tool we have in the health-span-enhancing toolkit” (Outlive, 2023).
Testosterone Therapy for Women: A New Frontier in Mood, Cognition, and Sexual Health
Testosterone has long been viewed as a “male hormone,” but we know that it is an essential ‘human hormone’. Now emerging research is challenging the narrative that testosterone is purely for men—especially for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. While its role in enhancing libido is well-established, recent studies from England are revealing broader benefits, including improvements in mood, cognitive function, and overall vitality.
Vaginal Estradiol: A Safe, Multi-Benefit Therapy for Women—Even Breast Cancer Survivors
Vaginal estradiol, a localized form of estrogen therapy, has emerged as a safe and effective option for treating genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), preventing recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), and even improving skin health. Despite lingering misconceptions, recent research and clinical guidelines affirm its safety—even for women with a history of breast cancer.
WEIGHTLOSS DRUGS GOOD FOR THE HEART TOO, AND DECREASES ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA RISK
Studies show that certain weight-loss medications can help prevent heart attacks, strokes, and cognitive decline. The American College of Cardiology recently recommended that weight-loss drugs such as GLP-1s should be a first line of offense in treating obesity and preventing heart disease.
WHY THE MEMBERSHIP MEDICINE MODEL
Why choose the membership medicine model? One consultation with Dr. Story and you will understand the true value of concierge medicine.