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Germ & Worm

Germ & Worm

107: Travel Without Limits During Menopause, A Conversation with Dr. Karen Tang

Jun 30, 2026 · 48m

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About this episode

Jambo! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford talk with GYN expert Dr. Karen Tang, who will answer your questions about healthy travel during menopause. Topics include: What causes hot flashes, and how can I deal with them during travel? Should I change my medical hormone therapy if I'm headed to a hot location? Should I stop my hormone treatment before a long trip to reduce the risk of getting a blood clot? Any tips for keeping hormone patches on in wet, sweaty locations? What if I lose my hormone supply during travel--will I be able to get more overseas? Any advice for sleeping well during menopause? Sex and menopause--how can I get back in the game?…