Dr. Melissa Rosso

05/22/2026

🍉 Free meals for Manhattan kids this summer!

Any child ages 1–18 can grab a free breakfast and lunch at several locations across town — no strings attached. Starting May 26th through July 31st. Just show up!

📍 Bluemont, Frank Bergman, Northview, Ogden, Theodore Roosevelt Elementaries & Manhattan High School

Make it an adventure — walk or bike over if one’s in your neighborhood! 🚲☀️

05/16/2026

🦴 Bone health is whole-body health — and a new study just reminded me why I keep bringing this up with patients.

Research published this month in Menopause found that postmenopausal women with osteoporosis had up to a 47% higher risk of mortality compared to those with healthier bone density. Osteoporosis is often called a “silent disease” — and that silence is part of the problem.

The good news? There is a lot within our control. Here’s what I talk about with patients:

🥦 Eat calcium-rich foods — Dairy, leafy greens, fortified foods. Food sources are preferable to supplements when possible.
☀️ Get adequate vitamin D — Essential for calcium absorption. Ask your doctor whether your levels need checking.
🚶‍♀️ Move with purpose — weight-bearing exercise — Walking, hiking, strength training, and balance work all matter. Resistance training builds both muscle and bone.
💊 Talk to your doctor about hormone therapy — For many postmenopausal women, HRT is an evidence-based option that protects bone density — along with other benefits.
📋 Screen early — don’t wait for a fracture — A DEXA scan is quick, low-dose, and tells us a lot. Guidelines recommend screening at age 65, earlier if you have risk factors.

Bone density is a window into systemic health — cardiovascular risk, frailty, longevity. It deserves more than a checkbox at your annual visit.
If you’re postmenopausal, or caring for someone who is — let’s talk about what proactive bone health can look like for you. 💬

04/28/2026

Yoga tonight cancelled🥶. We’ve added on an extra flow 6/30☀️✨

04/24/2026

American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists - ACOG just released a new menopause resource: Menopause: What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know.

I love seeing more evidence-based, trustworthy information finally reaching women🩷

Get the go-to book on menopause from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).

03/24/2026

Aging isn’t downhill. A new Yale study found that older adults with positive age beliefs often show real cognitive and physical gains over time. Our mindset matters more than we think.

Aging in later life is often portrayed as a steady slide toward physical and cognitive decline. But a new study by scientists at Yale University suggests an

03/07/2026

Perimenopause and aging both come with a natural loss of muscle and strength — one reason creatine is getting renewed attention in the research world.

Emerging evidence suggests it may support muscle, energy, and recovery, particularly for women in midlife and older adults.

Worth keeping an eye on. 💪

📖 Research article:
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15502783.2025.2502094

02/22/2026

One of my favorite lines from And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman -

“It’s an awful thing to miss someone who’s still here.”

If you’ve ever loved someone living with dementia, you know exactly what that means. 💛.

02/22/2026

Cough hanging on after a cold? Here’s what actually helps. 👇

Most post-viral coughs last 2–3 weeks (sometimes longer). The key is matching the treatment to the type of cough.

✔️ Honey (for adults & kids >1 year)
1–2 teaspoons can reduce throat irritation and nighttime coughing. Simple and evidence-supported.

✔️ Hydration + humidified air
Thin secretions = less irritation. Warm fluids can also soothe the throat.

✔️ Nasal saline + treating post-nasal drip
If drainage is triggering cough, saline rinses or appropriate allergy treatment can make a big difference.

✔️ Time
Post-viral airway irritation can linger even after you feel “better.”

🚩 Seek care if you have:
• Shortness of breath
• High fever
• Cough lasting more than 3–4 weeks
• Coughing up blood
• Symptoms that are worsening instead of improving

There’s no magic cure — but there are evidence-based ways to feel better while your body heals.

02/13/2026

Respiratory illness season is here — and the trend line tells the story. 📈🤧

This chart shows weekly visits for influenza-like illness over the past three seasons, with the expected winter surge clearly visible. Right now, we are seeing a high volume of influenza cases in clinic — so early testing and early care really matter.

Watch for symptoms like:
• fever
• cough
• sore throat
• body aches
• congestion
• fatigue

👉 If symptoms start, please use a home flu/COVID swab right away. Early testing helps us guide treatment faster, reduce spread, and determine whether antivirals may help.

What to do next:
✅ Test as soon as symptoms begin
✅ Send us your result
✅ Stay home if positive
✅ Contact us if symptoms are severe or worsening

A quick swab can make a big difference — for your recovery and for protecting those around you. 💙

02/12/2026

The new food pyramid is back — and this time it’s flipped. 🔺🥦

The updated Dietary Guidelines emphasize a strong foundation of protein, dairy, and healthy fats, with plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, while continuing to limit ultra-processed foods and added sugars.

Simple framework:
✅ Protein + healthy fats for staying power
✅ Fruits & vegetables for fiber and nutrients
✅ Whole grains for steady energy
⚠️ Less processed food and added sugar

11/07/2025

💪 Creatine isn’t just for athletes — it can help during perimenopause too!

I get asked about it all the time — who should take it, how it works, and the potential benefits for muscle, strength, and overall wellness as we navigate hormonal changes.

Check out this article by an endocrinologist breaking it all down:

New data regarding the benefits of creatine in women