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Eye Health and Its Effect on Whole Body Health

Eye Health and Its Effect on Whole Body Health

When people think about their health, as ironic as it may be, eyes are easy to overlook. At Eileen West, MD and Associates, I believe that maintaining great eye health…

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: What You Should Know

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: What You Should Know

A serious medical condition affecting the main artery in the abdomen is an abdominal aortic aneurysm. This blood vessel may grow weak, bulge over time, and approach a life-threatening point…

Osteoporosis: Risks, Treatment and Prevention

Osteoporosis: Risks, Treatment and Prevention

Osteoporosis Explained As we age, the topic of bone health becomes increasingly important to our overall wellness. Osteoporosis is one of the most common conditions related to our bone health.…

IBS Awareness Month: How IBS Affects Women’s Lives

IBS Awareness Month: How IBS Affects Women’s Lives

In recognition of IBS Awareness Month this April, I’m pleased to share insights into the unique effects of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) on women, focusing on symptoms and management strategies.…

From Farm to Fork: Enjoy the Nutritional and Medicinal Benefits of This Sustainable Food Strategy

From Farm to Fork: Enjoy the Nutritional and Medicinal Benefits of This Sustainable Food Strategy

By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD   In today's world, minerals are no longer the only thing that can be considered scarce, but it's easy to overlook the journey…

Farm-to-Fork Recipe: Barley and Lentil Soup with Kale

Farm-to-Fork Recipe: Barley and Lentil Soup with Kale

By Mary Hunt, MS, RDN This is a family favorite and represents the Farm-to-Fork concept well! Kale is a cooler-weather vegetable, but can be harvested locally. And because the recipe…

Top 5 Functional Movements You Can Practice at Home

Top 5 Functional Movements You Can Practice at Home

Did you know that your ability to perform certain functional movements is correlated to greater longevity? Examples of such movements are balance, strength, power, flexibility, speed, and more. Let’s take…

Do You Know Your Hereditary Risk for Breast Cancer? 

Do You Know Your Hereditary Risk for Breast Cancer? 

By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD  In today's rapidly advancing field of women’s health medicine, I have been very pleased to see recent developments around breast cancer prevention. One…

Men’s Sexual Health: What You Don’t Talk About Can Hurt You

Men’s Sexual Health: What You Don’t Talk About Can Hurt You

By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD Weight? Check. Blood Pressure? Check. EKG? Check. Sexual health? Wait, what? If you and your doctor haven’t talked about your sexual health, you’re…

Top 10 Food Choices for Women’s Health

Top 10 Food Choices for Women’s Health

By Mary Hunt, MS, RDN Good nutrition can positively influence our health, and there are many ways to eat healthfully. It’s important to learn what choices work best for you…

Alcohol in Moderation: 6 Tips to Reduce Alcohol Consumption and Lower Stress

Alcohol in Moderation: 6 Tips to Reduce Alcohol Consumption and Lower Stress

By Eileen West, MD, FACP, NCMP, CCD Times have been stressful lately. Political and racial tensions, economic ups and downs, and the after effects of the pandemic have changed our…

Simple Changes in Nutrition Can Make a Difference in Your Health

Simple Changes in Nutrition Can Make a Difference in Your Health

By Mary Hunt, MS, RDN As we spring forward and the signs of nature's beauty are all around us, what a wonderful time to pause and reflect on our self…

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Too many women are left navigating this transition alone. 💡 Menopause care matters! It’s time for open conversations, proactive support, and evidence-based guidance. If your physician hasn’t talked to you about menopause yet, don’t wait—ask the questions, demand the care you deserve! #MenopauseAwareness #WomensHealth #TakeControlOfYourHealth Source: Long, Michelle, et. al. “Women’s Experiences with Provider Communication and Interactions in Healthcare Care Settings: Findings from the 2022 KFF Women’s Health Survey.” KFF2023.

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