Healthe-Matters Blog

Essential health information from local experts

Posted: Apr 18, 2023

Mechanics of the Heart

Using transcatheter aortic valve replacement to treat severe aortic stenosis.

The human heart beats about 100,000 times a day. Atria pumping, ventricles contracting, valves popping open and slamming shut. It’s a lot of hard work. And a lot of room for something to go wrong. At the Sarasota Memorial Outpatient Valve Clinic, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is one of the many techniques used to keep hearts healthy.

Estrogen Cream for Sexual Dysfunction & Vaginal Dryness

Posted: Mar 28, 2023

Estrogen Cream for Sexual Dysfunction & Vaginal Dryness

With obstetrician and gynecologist Beverly Long, MD

Next to hot flashes, vaginal dryness is the most common symptom that women experience post-menopause. Thankfully, there are several options for women dealing with these issues, including something as simple and safe as a topical estrogen cream.

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Do You Know Your Risk? Genetic Testing & Counseling for Hereditary Cancers

Posted: Mar 7, 2023

Do You Know Your Risk? Genetic Testing & Counseling for Hereditary Cancers

With Sarasota Memorial Lead Genetic Counselor Nicole Gygi

When it comes to cancer, early detection is always better. And for hereditary cancers, genetic testing could give you the edge. Sarasota Memorial Lead Genetic Counselor Nicole Gygi talks about the importance of genetic testing for hereditary cancers and why genetic counseling is an important step in the process.