The State of Menopause w/ Dr. Dedeshya Holowenko - Part 2

Small Conversations for a Better World Podcast

Joins us for Part 2 of this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Dedeshya Holowenko about menopause. In this episode we discuss the Women's Health Initiative in the early 2000's and how it derailed the treatment of menopause for a generation of women and their healthcare providers. Learn what current research shows about different treatments and what they can do for women and their menopause symptoms. And even with all the latest research, women still may find it difficult to access the support they need. Find out what to do if you feel unsupported in your menopause journey. Help IS out there!
About Dr. Dedeshya Holowenko
Dr. Dedeshya Holowenko is a family physician with a special interest in women's health. She has a referral based practice where she focuses on women and their unique needs.
Website: www.Iskinpure.com
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Kapitel

1. The Women's Health Initiative: Misinterpretation Leads to Hysteria (00:04:51)

2. The Ramifications of the WHI on Medical Education (00:10:18)

3. Bioidentical Hormones (00:14:07)

4. Why Don't Medical Doctors Prescribe Supplements Like Black Cohosh or Wild Yams? (00:22:47)

5. Do You Need a Blood Test to Determine Hormone Levels? (00:26:25)

6. What to Do if You're Not Getting the Support You Need from your Doctor? (00:29:04)

7. What Is Health? (00:38:22)