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What’s So Good About Morning Sickness?
Pregnancy is an exciting time for most women, but it can include strange and unpleasant bodily changes. One of the most notorious is morning sickness. While unpleasant and generally untreatable, there is good news about morning sickness. It’s usually a positive indication that an early pregnancy is progressing just fine. Click here to read Dr. Donnica’s discussion of morning sickness, including suggestions for relief.
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Hollywood Philanthropist ‘Babies’ Her MS
For 13 years Hollywood philanthropist Nancy Davis has had multiple sclerosis. For 11 years she has spearheaded efforts to raise money to find a cure by founding the Center Without Walls. “This is my 11th year co-chairing the Race to Erase MS, and I could not be more excited,” says Davis, daughter of Hollywood mogul Marvin Davis. “I know we are making tremendous progress in finding better treatments that will eventually lead to a cure. There’s no secret to what we do – we simply fund the best scientists we can find.” Davis has also found a wellspring of support in the Hollywood community. Davis and Tommy Hilfiger will co-chair the GlamRock to Erase MS event which will be co-hosted by Ray Romano, Michael Chiklis, Bonnie Hunt, Molly Sims and Teri Garr. Funny guys Bill Maher, Tom Arnold and Tony Danza will work the audience of Hollywood luminaries during a live auction. Cyndi Lauper and David Lee Roth are scheduled to perform. For the complete article, click here.
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Too Early For Me
Most women don’t think about the possibility of experiencing menopause in their 30’s or 40’s, but it does happen. And many of the disorders that may cause these symptoms can be treated. For women who want to have children, the earlier they consult a reproductive endocrinologist, the more options they will have. Take Dr. Donnica’s Decisionnaire™ if you think you may be experiencing premature menopause.
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Treatment Options for Stress Urinary Incontinence
by G. Willy Davila, MD and Jennifer Pollak, MD
There is hope for those of us with urinary incontinence! Guest expert Dr. G. Willy Davila, an expert in the area of urogynecology, discusses the wide variety of treatments available for women who suffer from incontinence. Click here to read his article.
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Page last updated August 10th, 2008 |
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E! Entertainment, "Celebrities in Crisis"
(August 15, 2008): Close to 58 million Americans – about one in four adults – suffer from a mental disorder. But, when Hollywood stars are diagnosed with a mental health ailment, it’s big news. Headlines increasingly feature stories about another celebrity unraveling. From rumors about Britney’s bi-polar disorder to Heath Ledger’s depression and suicide, mental illnesses are getting more attention. The up-coming E! Entertainment one hour special, “Celebrities in Crisis” will explore some of the most common and debilitating mental health disorders and reveal the celebrities who’ve battled back from the brink along with the stars who are still struggling. Scheduled to debut on Friday Aug. 15 (check local listings for times and channels), this show features several experts, including women’s health expert Dr. Donnica Moore. For the complete article, click here.
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Healthy Travel
Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, the journey can take a lot out of you. Dr. Donnica recommends taking a few preventive measures before you leave: In addition to obtaining the necessary vaccines if you’re traveling out of your country, be sure to evaluate or treat any new or bothersome medical symptoms you might be experiencing. When you pack, put medicines in your carry-on luggage and bring copies of all of your prescriptions. On your travel day, try to eat a good breakfast and pack plenty of healthy snacks. For more of Dr. Donnica’s Top Tips for Healthy Travel, click here.
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