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FDA Removes Black Box Warnings on Menopausal Hormone Therapy | Couri Center
FDA Removes Black Box Warnings on Menopausal Hormone Therapy: What This Means for Women. In Other Words, It’s About Time! By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM @couricenter For more…
Read MoreFacts You Should Know About the Medical Management of Obesity
Nearly half of the global population now lives with overweight or obesity, contributing to more than 5 million deaths each year from conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and…
Read MoreBrain Fog in Perimenopause: Why Hormones Matter | Couri Center
Recognizing the Signs of Brain Fog Have you noticed you have trouble with concentration? Do you find yourself walking into a room and forget what you came for? Or suddenly…
Read MoreBoost Your Insulin Sensitivity with a Healthy Lifestyle
In today’s fast-paced world, managing health can often take a backseat—especially metabolic health. In 2022, a Journal of the American College of Cardiology study showed that less than 7% of…
Read MoreAre You at Your Breaking Point? How to Prevent a Postmenopausal Fracture Before It Prevents You from Living Your Best Life | Couri Center
Women in menopause are at greater risk for osteoporosis and thinning bones due to the loss of estrogen. They tend to lose about 20% of their bone density within just…
Read MoreFall Into Peel Season at the Couri Center – Medical-Grade Chemical Peels in Peoria, IL
As the crisp autumn air settles in, there’s no better time to renew your skin and refresh your glow. At the Aesthetic Studio at the Couri Center, fall marks the…
Read MoreOvarian Cancer Awareness Month: Know the Symptoms, Risk Factors & Testing Options in Peoria IL
Did you know? Nearly 50% of ovarian cancer cases are found in women ages 63 or older. Know your risk—schedule testing today. Each September, we pause to shine a light…
Read MoreCan Testosterone Protect Women’s Hearts? By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM
New research reveals how testosterone therapy may support women’s heart health, vitality, and sexual wellness at every stage of life. Looking Beyond Estrogen in Women’s Heart Health Building on my…
Read MoreTestosterone & Recovery After Hip Fracture By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM
Did you know that nearly 300,000 women over 65 suffer hip fractures each year—and most never fully recover? A new study offers promising hope. Why I’m So Passionate About Testosterone…
Read More7 Things You Didn’t Know. Featuring our newest provider, Anne Kirchgessner, APN @ Couri Center
Welcome Anne Kirchgessner, APN — The Newest member of the Couri Center’s Family Anne, is a board-certified nurse practitioner. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and her…
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