Healthy bones for women*
Osteoporosis is a disease known for slow, silent loss of bone. (In this case, the word “silent” means that…
Clinical Topics
Treating women with osteoporosis: Review and NPWH survey results
The author reviews osteoporosis, including basic facts about the disease, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. In addition, the author…
Calming the overactive bladder: a nurse practitioner perspective*
Overactive bladder (OAB) is not a single entity but, rather, a symptom complex consisting of urgency, with or without urge…
Motivational interviewing and adherence to osteoporosis regimens
Osteoporosis is associated with increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs—billions of dollars annually. Although many types of pharmacotherapy are available…
An overview of depression in women: Through the lifespan
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