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This is general information and not specific medical advice. It does not and should not replace diagnosis or treatment by your healthcare provider.
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What You Need to Know About Menopause Before It Starts (And Why You Should Know It Now) - Joylux

What You Need to Know About Menopause Before It Starts (And Why You Should Know It Now)

Menopause. You likely haven’t given it much thought before now. Your mom has mentioned it once or twice in passing and you’re sure she’s talked to your aunts or her friends, but you weren’t really paying attention. You’re way too young to worry about it, after all. Or are you? ...

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Cervical Cancer Awareness - Joylux

Cervical Cancer Awareness

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and it's important to be aware of the similarity between menopause symptoms and the symptoms of cervical cancer and to discuss any symptoms with your physician as well as get regular checkups.

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Thanksgiving Tips for a Memorable Celebration - Joylux

Thanksgiving Tips for a Memorable Celebration

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, togetherness, and, let’s not forget, some seriously delicious food! Whether you’re a seasoned host or gearing up for your first time hosting, these tips will help you prepare for a day filled with warmth, joy, and a whole lot of deliciousness. 1. Plan Ahead...

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vFit and Photonic Gel Pair Perfectly for Menopausal Wellness - Joylux

vFit and Photonic Gel Pair Perfectly for Menopausal Wellness

You’ll experience changes in vaginal wellness - including shape & size, throughout perimenopause and menopause. You may notice your labia thinning and turning different hues. Your vaginal moisture levels, odor, and sensations adjust. Your vaginal walls and pelvic floor may also lose elasticity, strength, and firmness.  These changes are common...

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A Positive Mindset During Menopause: How to Reframe Your Thinking - Joylux

A Positive Mindset During Menopause: How to Reframe Your Thinking

Growing up, you might not remember the women in your life talking about menopause. That’s because the topics surrounding this life transition have long been swept under the rug — other than an occasional hot flash announcement.  Since women have never learned how to frame conversations around menopause, many of...

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Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer? - Joylux

Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer?

Joylux welcomes guest blogger Dr. Frank J. DellaCroce, MD, FACS, founding partner of the Center for Restorative Breast Surgery and St. Charles Surgical Hospital, the first hospital in the world dedicated to breast reconstruction for women affected by breast cancer. Perimenopause and menopause are a transition to a new phase...

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