Menopause
Conference Coverage
Vitamin D deficiency linked to early cognitive impairment in MS
This association might represent a marker of future disability, supporting the need for prompt supplementation.
From the Journals
Menopause, not aging, may influence brain volume
The potential role of estrogen deserves further study.
From the Journals
New AHA scientific statement on menopause and CVD risk
An AHA scientific statement aims to raise awareness of healthcare providers and women about the menopause transition as a time of increasing heart...
Guidelines
First-of-its kind guideline on lipid monitoring in endocrine diseases
A new guideline from the Endocrine Society calls for heightened awareness of cholesterol management and treatment in endocrine diseases beyond...
From the Journals
New estimates for breast cancer risk with HRT
A new study shows an increased risk of breast cancer with hormone replacement therapy but suggests the risk is lower than previously reported.
Conference Coverage
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause statement stresses treatment options
Statement emphasizes proactive counseling, educating women that treatments are available.
Conference Coverage
Fetal estrogens show promise for safer therapy for menopause
These estrogens appear to treat vasomotor symptoms with a much lower breast cancer risk and potentially positive cardiovascular effects.
Conference Coverage
New nonhormonal hot flash treatments on the way
These show as much promise as hormonal treatments for hot flashes.
Feature
Telemedicine meets menopause in customized patient care service
New portal allows patients access to experts on perimenopause and menopause through a membership plan.
From the Journals
Postmenopausal use of estrogen alone lowers breast cancer cases, deaths
“This should change the way we look at breast cancer prevention, though we might have to be a little creative about it.”
From the Journals
Medications may drive postmenopausal weight gain
Data from the Women’s Health Initiative shows link between increased body mass index and use of nonhormonal medications.