In episode 108 of 'Ordinarily Extraordinary', Dr. Rachel Cady, a Certified Menopause Practitioner, discusses the complexities of menopause. The conversation ranges from symptoms and treatments to the significance of weight…

The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) 2022 annual meeting opened with a prophetic statement from an acclaimed speaker: “ A tsunami is coming.” Being that the conference was in a landlocked location, I wasn’t literally…

Here are 3 pregnancy apps that we love when it comes to tracking your body’s changes.

Appointments are available for free breast and cervical cancer screenings being offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic on Thursday, Nov. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. for uninsured and under-insured women age 40…

“Taking an Alternative Route: Non-Hormonal Treatment Options” will be presented by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologist Rachel Cady, M.D., as a free women’s health seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 26, beginning…

Common vulvar conditions include chronic skin conditions and vulvar pain. The below includes very helpful links and information. Vulvar conditions are not commonly discussed despite affecting at least 10% of all women.

One of the most bothersome symptoms of perimenopause and menopause is poor sleep. This provides some wonderful information and helpful advice.

An online event with experts to provide clarity around perimenopause and menopause for personal health and in the workplace.

“Hormone Therapy . . . Oh My! Taking Control of Symptoms” will be presented by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologist Rachel Cady, M.D., as a free women’s health seminar on Thursday, Sept. 15, beginning at 6…

Every day, over 50 million women are navigating menopause in the workforce. But how does menopause actually impact their professional lives? To better understand the current experience of menopausal women at work, Elektra…

Approximately 1.3 million women in the United States transition into menopause each year. During the menopause transition (perimenopause), the body undergoes hormonal changes, characterized by a significant decrease in…

May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month! Exercising to help achieve good bone health needs to be a family priority and continue throughout one’s lifetime. Everyone should make exercise an important part of their…

Appointments are available for free breast and cervical cancer screenings being offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic on Tuesday, June 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. for uninsured and under-insured women age 40 years…

“Sticks and Stones Can Break Your Bones . . . Osteoporosis and Menopause” will be presented by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologist Rachel Cady, M.D., as a free virtual women’s health seminar on Thursday,…

CRMC’s Red Hot Mamas program offers a fun, supportive, and educational forum to obtain the most current information on menopause—information a woman needs to manage her menopause. Visit https://redhotmamas.org/ for program…

Like many things in life, estrogen is one of those wonders you don’t fully appreciate until it’s gone. It impacts nearly every aspect of our health: our heart, bones, skin, brain, muscles, the list goes on. Falling estrogen…

Educating yourself about your anatomy and specific health concerns is both empowering and important. Navigating proper resources for accurate information can be frustrating.

The overall prevalence of vaccines in adults is low.  In many cases, women do not know what vaccines they need.  The following is a quick list of vaccines that are recommended for many women but individual recommendations…

Increased fatigue and joint aches are common symptoms of menopause. So when are these symptoms considered “normal” or fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)? One important factor to consider is the duration fo…

“Changes Before the Change: A Perimenopause Discussion for Women,” will be offered virtually on Thursday, Sept. 16, from 6-7 p.m. by a Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Menopause & Healthy Aging Center expert.

Many pregnant persons in the United States are receiving messenger RNA (mRNA) coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) vaccines, but data are limited on their safety in pregnancy. From December 14, 2020, to February 28, 2021, we…

Experts are learning more every day about the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is following the situation closely. This page will be updated as ACOG learns…

When we talk about heart disease so often there is a cloud of negative optics ie - “Don’t smoke, don’t drink too much, don’t sit too much “ etc. While this is good advice, let us look closer as to the “why” -meaning there is…

As mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are distributed, uncertainty exists for individuals who are trying to get pregnant or pregnant. At the University of Massachusetts Medical School – Baystate, a group of experts in the fields of…

COVID-19 vaccine development and regulatory approval are rapidly progressing. Thus, information and recommendations will evolve as more data are collected about these vaccines and their use in specific populations. This…

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is loss of urine that occurs at the same time as physical exertion. Activities like sneezing, coughing, or exercise increase the pressure or "stress" on the bladder. This pushes urine out of…

Lichen sclerosus is a long-term skin disease that mainly affects the genital skin. It usually starts around the age of menopause but may occur at any age. It occurs in at least 1 in 1000 women but may also affect men and…

Your Prenatal Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic

“Weight Gain After Menopause:  It’s Chemistry, Not Character,” will be offered virtually Thursday, June 4, by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Menopause & Healthy Aging Center experts. Go to…

Your mental health and safety are ALWAYS important, not just in times of pandemics. We encourage you to contact our office or any of the following organizations to help you feel safe.

CRMC now offers an Intensive Behavioral Therapy (IBT) weight loss lifestyle program. Medicare covers this wonderful service without copay. Other insurance programs may cover this program but authorization should be checked…

This is a good and important question. Heart disease remains the #1 killer of women so prevention is high on everyone’s list. This article serves to provide general information on the most recent guidelines.

The purpose of this article is to provide the newest updates about early and surgical menopause. First, let us begin with some definitions:

“My hair, nails and skin look amazing since menopause started”, said no perimenopausal or postmenopausal woman EVER! BUT that does not mean all hope is lost. On the contrary, there is a lot of easy and effective actions to…

Experts are learning more every day about the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is following the situation closely. This page will be updated as ACOG learns…

We are here for you during your pregnancy, delivery and after. We will provide you with the most updated guidelines and recommendations . This post is from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) and serves…

We asked parents-to-be to send us their most pressing questions about coronavirus (COVID-19). Among them: Is it still safe to deliver in a hospital?

A Menopause Center for Healthy Aging at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is providing services for an often underserved segment of the population.

Free breast and cervical cancer screenings will be offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic on Monday, Nov. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. for uninsured and under-insured women age 40 years and older who meet income…

People suffering with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are invited to learn more about the comprehensive treatment solutions for reflux and heartburn at a free seminar on Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 6 p.m. at The Woods in…

Free breast and cervical cancer screenings will be offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic on Tuesday, May 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. for uninsured and under-insured women age 40 years and older who meet income…

Mental health has been identified as a health challenge facing Crow Wing County by the Community Health Needs Assessment recently completed by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center. A group of concerned community members coordinated…

A new Menopause Center for Healthy Aging will be introduced at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Support Group meeting on Thursday, Jan. 17, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the hospital’s Clinic Conference Room.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Support Group is celebrating the holidays at its regular meeting on Thursday, Dec. 20, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the hospital’s Clinic Conference Room. Those who are interested should bring…

Registered Radiologic Technologist Christina Merta will be the guest speaker at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Support Group on Thursday, Nov. 15, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the hospital’s Clinic Conference Room. She will…

Free breast and cervical cancer screenings will be offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic on Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. for uninsured and under-insured women age 40 years and older who meet income…

Pharmacist Matt Rioux will be the guest speaker at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Support Group on Thursday, Sept. 20, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the hospital’s Clinic Conference Room.

A free seminar about hip pain will be offered by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Brainerd on Monday evening, Sept. 17, at Northern Cowboy, 19090 Minnesota 371.

People suffering with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are invited to “Solutions for Heartburn and Reflux,” a free seminar on Tuesday evening, Sept. 18, at Arrowwood Lodge in Baxter about new, state-of-the-art minimally…

An annual mission trip to Haiti will be the topic of discussion at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Support Group on Thursday, June 21, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the hospital’s Clinic Conference Room.

People suffering with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are invited to learn more about the comprehensive treatment solutions for reflux and heartburn at a free seminar on Tuesday, May 22, at 6 p.m. at the American…

To help meet the need for blood donations, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, May 25, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in its…

Free breast and cervical cancer screenings will be offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Physician Clinic on Thursday, April 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. for uninsured and under-insured women age 40 years and older who…