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Women’s Wellness Source Menopause can affect sex lives dramatically because of hormone changes and lifestyle activities. But here's the good news: There are solutions for putting the sizzle back into your sexual life. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Is pain ruining your sex life?

Read this guide to sex after menopause to get your groove back.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • July 21, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source

Manage menopause with a mantra

Claim power over the situations that occur in your life with a commitment to living your best life.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • June 23, 2018
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Lungs, Breathing & Sleep

Sound solutions for better sleep

One of the most frequent complaints women have about midlife and menopause is trouble getting enough Zzzs. A doctor shares how to throw out the sheep for good.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 24, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source Ladies, take the time to listen to your ticker. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Confused about heart disease and menopause?

This physician shares how to determine when your symptoms require a full evaluation.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 17, 2018
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Aging Well

Tackling Alzheimer’s disease

It is never too late to lower your risk factors for dementia, but the time to start is now.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • January 20, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source Brain chemicals and hormones can disrupt the entire body's function. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Banking with brain chemicals

Hormones can wreak havoc on our sleep, mood and bodies. Here's the 411 on how three women reclaimed their lives.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • December 2, 2017
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Lungs, Breathing & Sleep Between societal pressures and health concerns, it has become tough to be a smoker these days. If you're considering quitting, this is how. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Quit smoking—for good

Make a plan today for a better tomorrow.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • November 16, 2017
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Women’s Wellness Source Don't allow sexual issues sideline you from the pleasures of life. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Get your groove back

Sexual health is a part of life that shouldn't be sidelined. There are solutions if you're no longer enjoying the pleasures of intimacy.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • November 7, 2017
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Women’s Wellness Source

‘SEEDS’ require water

Proper hydration is one of the most important aspects of the Seven Essential Elements of Daily Success.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • October 3, 2017
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Women’s Wellness Source A common complaint among middle-aged women, there is help for dry eyes. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Have the dry eyes of menopause?

You don't need to suffer. Here's what you need to know about this common-yet-complex problem.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • September 26, 2017
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Women’s Wellness Source Think any hormone supplement will do? Think again. Get an expert's opinion. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

All hormone medications are not the same

Talk to your doctor about finding the right fit for you.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • September 16, 2017
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Women’s Wellness Source Are you ready for menopause? Or even perimenopause? The storm is coming, so now is the time to act to make it less of a tempest. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Weather your perfect storm

Ladies, get the skinny on the 'big change' and make a plan to tackle it. Here's a hint: Getting out in front of menopause is key.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • September 7, 2017
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