Menopause News & Updates
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- Dealing with Hot Flashes? Try Hypnosis
September 20, 2024 — Clinical hypnosis is emerging as an effective non-hormonal treatment for menopause symptoms, particularly hot flashes, with studies showing it can make these symptoms less frequent and less intense by up to 60%.
- Menopausal Flood Brings Heavy Bleeding, But Help Is Out There
July 23, 2024 — Millions of women experience excessive menopausal bleeding during perimenopause, and many don’t seek help.
- Managing the Social Media Menopause Hype
May 2, 2024 — Social media's allure for menopause relief masks dangers, and doctors can help you know how to combat misinformation and provide education on heavily-marketed products that could put you at risk for harm.
- Reaching Menopause May Mean Statins Are No Longer Enough
April 4, 2024 — Many older women get plaque buildup in their arteries faster than men of the same age, a new study shows.
- Early Menopause Symptoms Plus Migraines Signal Heart Risks
February 15, 2024 — Regular hot flashes, night sweats, and migraines in early adulthood may mean a higher risk of having heart disease or a stroke, a new study in the journal Menopause suggests.
- No More Hot Flashes? AI Device Could Stop Menopause Symptom
October 31, 2023 — New wearable tech can predict menopausal vasomotor symptoms and bring on cooling in less than a second, potentially stopping the hot flash before it starts.
- Hot Flashes May Signal Increased Dementia, Heart Disease Risks
September 27, 2023 — Hot flashes are widely considered a menopause symptom worth treating. Now, two new studies show they may be even more reason to seek medical attention: The sudden sensations of heat can be a risk factor for Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and stroke.
- Under-prescribed Menopause Relief: Women Suffer Needlessly
September 1, 2023 — An alarming gap bedevils menopause care in the United States – thanks to enduring myths about hormone replacement therapy and flaws in how new doctors are trained.
- Common Menopause Therapy May Increase Dementia Risk: Study
June 29, 2023 — Women in their 50s and 60s who took hormone replacement therapy were 24% more likely to develop dementia, compared to women who never took HRT, according to a new study.
- Menopause and Long COVID: What Women Should Know
June 6, 2023 — If you’re a woman who has long COVID, you may find yourself dealing with symptoms that could also indicate you’re entering menopause. A recent study found that women over 40 years old are among the patients at higher risk for developing long COVID. Here's what to know.
