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More Women Using Cannabis to Help Ease Menopause Symptoms

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 27, 2023 – Women over 50 are turning to weed in droves, and menopause symptoms may be one big reason why, new research suggests These women may not necessarily be getting the...

Cannabis Use Relatively Common Among Midlife Women

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 27, 2023 – Current and lifetime medical and recreational cannabis use is relatively common among midlife women, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the North...

Age, Race, Education Most Prevalent Disparities Tied to Menopausal Hormone Therapy Rx

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 27, 2023 – Age, race, and education are the most prevalent disparities associated with menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) prescribing, according to research presented at the annual...

Vasomotor Symptoms Linked to Increased Risk for Alzheimer Disease

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 27, 2023 – Vasomotor symptoms (VMS), especially during sleep, are associated with an increased risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study presented at the annual meeting...

Premenstrual Disorders Tied to Earlier Natural Menopause

THURSDAY, Sept. 21, 2023 – Premenstrual disorders (PMDs) are associated with a higher risk for early menopause, according to a study published online Sept. 19 in JAMA Network Open. Yihui Yang, from...

Most of the Effect of Paroxetine for Treating Hot Flashes May Be Placebo Effect

TUESDAY, Sept. 5, 2023 – Most of the efficacy of paroxetine to treat hot flashes may be a placebo effect, according to a review published online Aug. 4 in Frontiers in Psychiatry. Joshua R. Rhodes,...

Psychosocial Stressors Tied to Incident Atrial Fibrillation in Postmenopausal Women

FRIDAY, Sept. 1, 2023 – Among postmenopausal women, two clusters of psychosocial stressors are significantly associated with incident atrial fibrillation (AF), according to a study published online...

More Stress, Higher Odds for A-Fib in Women After Menopause

THURSDAY, Aug. 31, 2023 – Postmenopausal women who are stressed, depressed or have trouble sleeping may face an increased risk of a common heart rhythm disorder, new research suggests. The study, of...

Menopause Curriculum Lacking in Most Ob-Gyn Residency Programs

MONDAY, Aug. 14, 2023 – Most obstetric and gynecology residency programs lack a dedicated menopause curriculum, according to a study published online Aug. 8 in Menopause. Jennifer T. Allen, M.D.,...

Infertility Tied to More Severe Menopause Symptoms in Midlife

THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 – Women with a history of infertility are more likely to experience more severe menopausal symptoms at midlife, according to a study published online Aug. 1 in Menopause....

Hormone Replacement Therapy May Raise a Woman's Risk for Chronic Reflux

MONDAY, July 3, 2023 – Some women take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to combat the hot flashes and night sweats that accompany menopause, but a new study review suggests hormone therapy may...

Women With PCOS Face Twice the Odds for Ovarian Cancer After Menopause

TUESDAY, June 27, 2023 – The risk for ovarian cancer among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) doubles after they go through menopause, new research discovers. “Our results and those from p...

When Menopause Comes Early: Symptoms & Treatment

FRIDAY, June 23, 2023 – While women generally understand that at a certain age they will go through “the change,” officially known as menopause, some women find themselves dealing with it much ear...

When Does Menopause Start? What to Expect at Any Age

THURSDAY, June 22, 2023 – Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life. If you suspect you are experiencing symptoms, you may wonder at what age does menopause start. Typically, it occurs between 4...

Hot Flashes & What to Do About Them

THURSDAY, June 22, 2023 – Hot flashes are a common – and uncomfortable – symptom of menopause. More than 80% of menopausal women experience sudden, often debilitating bursts of heat that last...

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