Menopause Reimagined with Andrea Donsky
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We created Morphus to spark change in the conversation around perimenopause and menopause wellness, to bring together women seeking support and information, and to provide research-backed supplements for women in perimenopause and menopause. As Health Experts with over 23 years of experience as wellness educators, we bring you expert insights on perimenopause and menopause, along with the latest evidence-based scientific research.
Our goals are to help you navigate this time in your life, empower you to take charge of your health, and arm you with the resources and education to make the right decisions for yourself and your changing body.
Our name was inspired by the symbolism of butterflies, which represent beauty, transformation, and hope. Morphus combines the words "metamorphosis" + "us" (Morph/us) to represent the transformation we are all going through.
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Menopause Reimagined with Andrea Donsky
Ep #101: UTIs with Dr. James Simon in Perimenopause and Menopause
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Dr. James A. Simon is a highly accomplished and respected physician dedicated to advancing research and clinical care in women's sexual and reproductive health. This is his second appearance on our Menopause Reimagined Podcast. The link to his first interview can be found below. We posted a short video, and our viewers asked many questions. So Andrea Donsly, nutritionist, menopause researcher, menopause educator, and co-found of Morphus, invited Dr. Simon back to answer all your questions about Urinary Tract Infections.
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Dr. Simon discusses why women going through perimenopause and menopause are at increased risk of developing initial and recurrent urinary tract infections.
Bacterial vaginosis vs UTI: Key Differences Explained
How can over-the-counter and home remedies help, and when should you see a doctor? How do some of these provide temporary UTI relief or are they a bandaid fix?
How increasing the acidity in the vagina and the urine can help with UTIs and how these are bandaid solutions
Tackling the root cause of recurrent UTIs in women in perimenopause and menopause
How Hygiene Impacts Urinary Tract Health
The impact of semen, saliva, and other substances vaginal pH balance
The mind-body connection: Exploring the psychological side of UTIs
Bladder control issues, incontinence, and UTIs
How some medications are potentially linked to recurrent UTIs
Exploring the link between UTIs, nutrition, and sugar intake
Undiagnosed UTIs: The hidden threat of memory loss and dementia
At-Home UTI Test Strips: Decoding the results for early detection
Vaginal Treatments in Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Fay Weisberg, MD, FRCSC https://youtu.be/UgE_XBoYZWA
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Estrogen And Delirium In Postmenopausal Urinary Tract Infections
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