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Aloha! One of the most dreaded words for women is menopause. Many women embrace this natural change; however, other women are shocked when it happens to them. Personally, my body is going through menopause as a result of my cancer treatment. Unfortunately, I am very familiar with the constant hot and cold flashes women face during this difficult time. Have you realized what happens to your body besides the hot and cold flashes, or the joyous stop of your monthly cycle? What other changes take place within your body that cause these symptoms? Can you do anything to help compensate for what your

Aloha cherished Friends & Guests, Breast cancer can turn life upside down and make life a rollercoaster physically, mentally, and emotionally. This topic is close to my heart after losing loved ones to cancer and fighting breast cancer myself. I hope this blog helps promote proactive prevention as many people do not think about cancer until it is too late. In recent years, vast improvements in treatment save many more lives through new information and evolving ideas. However, too many are still affected by this disease which is why treatment and prevention must continue to improve. I am fortun

Aloha friends, Growing up, my mother’s remedy was to always drink more water if I did not feel well. To be honest, I thought the water got to her head as she was a natural swimmer and in the pool every day. Water also was her drink of choice and would be by her side wherever she would go. As I have aged and learned more of the benefits from water, my mother’s obsession with water makes sense as it improves body function, health, and energy. As we are mid-summer, understanding how to stay hydrated is essential to remain healthy and enjoy summer fun. Our bodies are 60% water and consistently bei

A gout treatment target is not the same as the healthy-population interval.

No universal reference or treatment target. Standardize fasting duration and collection time.

Screening measure, not a stand-alone treatment target.

No broadly accepted treatment target. Dr. Purser to define whether and how this is used.

The test method matters. Positive result supports thyroid autoimmunity but does not determine treatment alone.

Ask your clinician to use exact laboratory interval. Clinical utility and treatment targets are not universally standardized.

Your CMA report uses its own testing method and categories. Ask what a category means for you; this page does not set a personal severity level or treatment target.

Learn the difference between a cardiovascular risk marker and a treatment that prevents events.

Explore the possible benefits and risks of estrogen treatment after menopause.