Forum Health, Clarkston

10/28/2026

When intimacy changes, it’s easy to think the relationship has changed.

But menopause symptoms in women and low testosterone in men can affect sexual desire, leaving couples wondering what happened to the connection they used to have.

Andrew Eliszewski, DC, shares why some of the most meaningful conversations about hormone health go beyond physical symptoms and into our closest relationships.

Before assuming it’s a relationship issue, consider what might be happening with your health.

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10/28/2026

Bone health isn't usually the first topic at a menopause appointment.

But some women can lose up to 20% of their bone density in the 5–7 years after menopause.

Here's the connection: estrogen helps slow bone breakdown. As estrogen levels decline, bones can lose density faster than the body replaces it.

For women who are good candidates, FDA-approved bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help slow that loss and reduce fracture risk.

Our providers look at your symptoms, health history, and long-term health goals to help you understand your options from hormone therapy to longevity.

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10/27/2026

Gray hair and laugh lines? Part of getting older. 💛

Recurrent UTIs and chronic bladder pain? That's a different story. ❌

Meet Jana Rogers, APRN, FNP-C, IFMCP, known as The Bladder Expert at Forum Health.

Specializing in recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), interstitial cystitis, and chronic bladder pain, Jana takes a personalized, root-cause approach to understanding persistent bladder symptoms.

And the best part? Her specialized care is available virtually, making it easier to get the support you need from the comfort of home.

✨ Learn more about Jana and her personalized virtual bladder care: https://bit.ly/4suX00n

10/27/2026

Testosterone isn't just for men, and new research is raising questions about its role in menopause beyond libido.

In a study of 279 women already taking estrogen, participants reported improvements in 15 of 24 menopause symptoms after adding testosterone, including fatigue, brain fog, mood, and sexual desire.

🔗 Explore the findings, safety considerations, and what to discuss with your provider: https://bit.ly/4dJStRM

Save this for your next hormone health conversation. 💙

New research explores the benefits of testosterone for women in menopause, including potential improvements in libido, energy, mood, and brain fog.

10/27/2026

“My wife told me I should come in.” 👀

Sometimes one person prioritizing their health gets the whole household asking questions.

Traci Eliszewski, NP, sees it in her practice. Women come in with difficult menstrual cycles, perimenopause symptoms, or postmenopausal concerns. Then a friend reaches out. Sometimes a husband schedules a visit, too.

And what surprises people? Realizing that things they've gotten used to, like poor sleep, are worth talking to a provider about.

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10/27/2026

Why do UTIs keep coming back during perimenopause or menopause?

When urinary symptoms keep interrupting your day, you deserve to feel heard—not left guessing.

Join Forum Health’s Jana Rogers and Alicia Barkholtz for a conversation about the estrogen–bladder connection and why recurring UTIs deserve a closer look.

They discuss frequent urination, burning, and the frustration of having UTI-like symptoms despite a negative urine culture.

You’ll also hear how vaginal estrogen differs from systemic hormone therapy and why your symptoms and health history both matter.

Understanding what to ask can help you feel more confident in the conversation about your care.

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10/26/2026

Your hormones don't take a 30-year break.

We talk about your first period. Then, somehow, the next big hormone conversation isn't until perimenopause.

What about the decades in between?

Hormones fluctuate throughout your teens, menstrual cycles, and reproductive years. Yet so many conversations about women's hormone health skip straight from puberty to menopause.

Alicia Barkholtz, FNP-C, explains why understanding your hormones matters at every stage of life.

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10/26/2026

A single hormone measurement is a snapshot.

But hormones don't stay frozen in place throughout the day.

The DUTCH test uses dried urine samples collected across the day to look at certain hormones and their metabolites, giving functional medicine providers another tool for understanding hormone patterns alongside symptoms, health history and other testing.

Our guide explains what DUTCH testing measures, how it works and where it may fit into a broader hormone evaluation →

https://forumhealth.com/blog/dutch-test-understanding-your-hormones-just-got-easier/

Test your hormones with the DUTCH test. Get the help you need with Forum Health.

10/25/2026

Before you toss the seeds from that Halloween pumpkin, give them a second look. 🎃

Pumpkin seeds pack a surprising amount into a small bite, including magnesium, zinc, healthy fats and fiber.

Roast them. Toss them on a salad. Add them to granola. Or just eat them by the handful.

We're breaking down 4 reasons pumpkin seeds deserve a spot in your fall snack rotation →

https://forumhealth.com/blog/four-reasons-to-eat-pumpkin-seeds-this-season/

Learn about the health benefits of pumpkin seeds in time for the fall season. Schedule an appointment with Forum Health today!

10/23/2026

What do your evening lights have to do with your sleep? 💡

Bright light at night can delay melatonin production, making it harder for your body to recognize when it's time to wind down.

Emily Rodriguez, CNM, APRN, shares a simple habit her family uses as the days get shorter: turning down the lights and sometimes having dinner by candlelight.

Try swapping bright overhead lights for softer, warmer lighting in the evening. It's a small change that can help support your natural sleep-wake cycle.

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10/23/2026

♻️ Antibiotic. Relief. Then another UTI. ♻️

For women caught in that cycle, clearing the current infection and understanding why the next one keeps happening are two different problems.

Hormonal changes, the vaginal and gut microbiome, bacterial biofilms, immune factors and other underlying issues may all be part of the bigger picture.

Our bladder health specialist walks through 7 possible drivers of recurring UTIs and why a deeper evaluation can matter →

https://forumhealth.com/blog/why-do-utis-keep-coming-back/

Recurrent UTIs aren't bad luck -- they're a signal your body's ecosystem is off. [The Bladder Expert], Jana Rogers APRN, breaks down the [7 root causes of recurrent UTIs] and how to finally stop the cycle.

10/22/2026

Why does stress seem to hit harder during perimenopause?

As estrogen and progesterone fluctuate, changes in mood and sleep can make an already stressful week feel even more exhausting.

Emily Rodriguez, CNM, APRN, explains why your health history matters when discussing hormones and stress, including past illnesses, infections, and environmental exposures.

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10/21/2026

What does testosterone have to do with women’s strength?

Women produce testosterone, and it helps maintain muscle tissue. Margaux Cousturian, PA-C, MMSc, discusses that connection in this clip on perimenopause, muscle strength, and metabolism.

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10/21/2026

Quick reminder that Tara Scott, MD, FACOG, FAAFM, NCMP has a free Hormone Code Masterclass tomorrow, Thursday October 22nd at 7pm ET / 6pm CT / 4pm PT.

If you’ve been wanting real answers about why you feel the way you do, this is the one to show up for, and it’s also the first step if you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to work with Tara and her team.

Here’s the link 👉 https://bit.ly/4B9GeYG

10/21/2026

Your bladder responds to hormonal changes, too.

⭕ Urgency.
⭕ Frequency.
⭕ Waking up at night to go.
⭕ Burning without an active infection.
⭕ Recurring UTIs.

For some women, these symptoms begin or become more noticeable as estrogen changes during perimenopause and menopause, but the hormonal connection is often overlooked.

Our bladder health specialist explains what estrogen has to do with the urinary tract and why treatment isn't always one-size-fits-all →

https://forumhealth.com/blog/bioidentical-hormones-bladder-health/

Hormones and bladder function are more connected than most women realize. The Bladder Expert, Jana Rogers APRN, breaks down how estrogen decline affects the bladder, what bioidentical hormones can and cannot do for urinary symptoms, and when hormone eva...

10/20/2026

Why is the weight showing up around your middle now?

During perimenopause, changing estrogen levels can shift fat storage toward your abdomen rather than your hips and thighs. That helps explain why a familiar pair of jeans might suddenly fit differently at the waist.

Margaux Cousturian, PA-C, MMSc, discusses the hormone connection behind what her patients call “menopause belly.”

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