EDITOR’S NOTE: The Pioneer has been publishing a series of articles about menopause health issues, treatments, resources and suggestions from menopause expert, Leanna Coy, FNP-BC. See below for links to these articles….
Category: In Good Health
IN GOOD HEALTH: Medicare Now Covering GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss – GLP-1 Bridge Program Short-term ‘Demonstration’
By Leanna Coy, FNP BC In 2003, Congress made changes to Medicare. The Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act barred weight loss medication coverage. This came on the heels of diet pill…
IN GOOD HEALTH: With Grace, No Despair
Suffering is inevitable. Despair isn’t. By Michelle Jenck, M Ed There but for the Grace of God . . . This is the thought I often have when I see someone less fortunate,…
MEN’S HEALTH MONTH: Midlife Check-up – Five Health Screenings for Men
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC Mike is a hard worker, and the callouses on his hands show it. His years of hard work have allowed him to take care of his family and…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Alzheimer’s Research Shifting from Late-Stage Treatment to Early Detection
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC KEY TAKEAWAYS: • FDA-approved blood tests are now available to aid in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. • Currently, 11% of people age 65 and older have Alzheimer’s. That number…
IN GOOD HEALTH – WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS: Menopause and Muscle Health – The Power of Protein and Strength Training
By Leanna Coy, FNP BC The menopausal transition brings significant bodily changes. Muscles may feel less toned, and strength may decline. Physically active women may notice slower recovery time after their workouts….
IN GOOD HEALTH – MENOPAUSE SERIES: When Intimacy Changes – How Menopause Can Derail Your Sex Life
By Leanna Coy, FNP BC Jane once led an active, intimate marriage. Then her interest in sex began quietly fading. Her relationship with her husband became strained. Jane’s experience is common among…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Hantavirus – What To Know About Your Risks
By Leanna Coy, FNP, BC International attention has focused on a Dutch cruise ship, the MV Hondius, after reports of three passenger deaths came out last week. An outbreak caused by a…
IN GOOD HEALTH: At Dawn’s Early Light
A reason to get out of bed every morning. By Michelle Jenck, M Ed They say morning sunlight is good for us. As someone who used to go to bed at 11:00…
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH: I Need Help — The Impact of Suicide in a Small Community
EDITOR’S NOTE: CONTENT WARNING – This article talks in detail about suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please dial or text to 988. There is…
