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Breast MRI: who actually needs it, and who doesn't

Breast MRI: who actually needs it, and who doesn'tby: Dr. Meghan Tierney Published on: 24/07/2026

Most women don't need a breast MRI, and that's good news. A board-certified doctor walks through who does, and why.

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Breast MRI: who actually needs it, and who doesn't

The Zyrtec and Pepcid Trend, Explained

The Zyrtec and Pepcid Trend, Explainedby: Dr. Meghan Tierney Published on: 03/06/2026

Do Pepcid and Zyrtec actually help PMDD and perimenopause symptoms? Dr. Meghan Tierney breaks down the internet trend and reviews the clinical data.

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The Zyrtec and Pepcid Trend, Explained

What To Consider When Considering a GLP-1 How I Actually Think About It with Patients

What To Consider When Considering a GLP-1 How I Actually Think About It with Patientsby: Dr. Meghan Tierney Published on: 12/05/2026

An evidence-based, weight-neutral take on what to consider when thinking about a GLP-1.

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What To Consider When Considering a GLP-1 How I Actually Think About It with Patients

Creatine for Women in Midlife: What the Science Actually Says

Creatine for Women in Midlife: What the Science Actually Saysby: Dr. Meghan Tierney Published on: 28/04/2026

Should women in perimenopause and menopause take creatine? Here’s an honest look at the research, the hype, and the one benefit that’s actually well-supported.

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Creatine for Women in Midlife: What the Science Actually Says