Navigating Autoimmune Disease During Pregnancy

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Pregnancy Leave a Comment

When my friend Joe Tatta asked me to share with his audience how to navigate autoimmune disease in pregnancy and postpartum, my answer was “of course!” This is a topic that I speak on often and one that I work with daily in my clinical practice. But it is also a topic that is near to my heart. A little …

The Rising Incidence of Thyroid Cancer in California

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Thyroid & Hormone Balance Leave a Comment

The rising incidence of thyroid cancer in California has been of great concern among many physicians. A recent study out of the University of California, Los Angeles has found a higher rate of advanced thyroid cancer in certain parts of California. The numbers are well above the national average in certain parts of the state, leading researchers to look into …