Many women approaching menopause are concerned about the safety of hormone therapy. That’s because in 2002, researchers reported that hormone replacement therapy — or HRT — was related to increased risk of breast cancer. However, experts now report that hormone therapy in early menopause is safe and beneficial.
Low back pain is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide — especially older women. While the causes of low back pain can be varied, new research suggests that estrogen may play a role in its development and severity. A recent review published in Bone Research reported that estrogen receptors are present in the intervertebral discs and facet joints. These two key areas of the spine are often affected by low back pain. This suggests that estrogen may have a direct impact on the health of these tissues.
Did you know that women are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than men? In fact, about two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases in the U.S. affect women. One key factor that might help explain this disparity is the connection between sleep disruptions, Alzheimer’s disease, and sex differences. As a recent study shows, it’s becoming clear that sleep problems, especially during and after menopause, may play a significant role in women’s increased risk for Alzheimer’s.
A recent study has uncovered a concerning link between early menopause and an increased risk of respiratory-related deaths. Importantly, the research also highlights the potential
Hormonally is a new nonprofit dedicated to promoting equal access to evidence-based information on women’s hormone health. The organization has announced the launch of its
Menopause was once concealed due to embarrassment, and women suffered in silence without reliable health information. Today, we’re experiencing a radical change. Menopause is now
The topic of menopause has for years been ignored and misunderstood. The lack of information and open conversation about menopause has impacted most women in
Hormone therapy alleviates symptoms of menopause, but fear of an increased risk of breast cancer deters some women and physicians from its use. Research has
Current treatments for breast cancer result in an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, as reported in the journal Menopause. A group of postmenopausal women who survived
Evidence is mounting that hormone therapy (HT) after menopause is not associated with increased risks, despite earlier concerns. A recent meta-analysis of a number of
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