Early Versus Late Intervention Trial With Estradiol
What does the baseline data from the Early versus Late Intervention Trial with Estradiol (ELITE) tell us about HT timing and its relation to atherosclerosis progression and coronary artery disease?
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Women's Health Initiative Clinical Trials
Could calcium and vitamin D supplementation help to prevent fractures in women who are already on hormone therapy? This new study investigates.
Alcohol Intake and Bone Turnover in Postmenopausal Women
Is moderate alcohol consumption potentially beneficial for women during their menopausal years and how does it affect bone health in particular?
Menopause and Perimenopause-Credits
AuthorKathe Gallagher, MSWEditorKathleen M. Ariss, MSAssociate EditorPat TrumanAssociate EditorTerrina VailPrimary Medical ReviewerJoy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family MedicineSpecialist Medical ReviewerCarla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Internal MedicineLast UpdatedMay 26, 2006 ...
Exposure to Hormones and Adjuvant Therapy for Breast Cancer
Find out what factors influence pretreatment cognitive function -- in women with breast cancer.
Effects of Low-fat Diet on Serum Lipids in Women
What effect does a low-fat diet have on lipids in both premenopausal and postmenopausal women? This new study looks at the numbers.
The Association of Menopause Status With Physical Function
How do menopausal changes potentially affect physical functioning in some women? This new study takes a look.
The Role of Soy Isoflavones in Menopausal Health
What are some of the benefits of soy in the diet, and how could it potentially help women who are in the menopausal phase of their lives?
Risk Indicators for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in Women
Are there certain gynecologic conditions that are associated with the development of chronic fatigue syndrome in some women?
Management of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women: 2010 Position Statement
What's the best way to manage osteoporosis in postmenopausal women? This updated position statement from The North American Menopause Society provides the latest thinking.
Mobile App for Menopausal Symptom Management
Could a mobile app help women make decisions about whether hormone therapy is appropriate to treat their menopausal symptoms?
Exercise Eases Menopause Symptoms
Menopausal women who start year-long exercise programs have improved mental and physical health.
Low-dose vaginal estradiol tablets relieve symptoms of vaginal atrophy
Vaginal tablets with 25 μg and 10 μg estradiol both provide relief of symptoms of vaginal atrophy and improve urogenital health, found this multicenter, randomized, double-blind, parallel-group study.
FDA Announces New Drug Approval for Menopause
The FDA has approved Enjuvia for treatment of moderate to severe menopausal symptoms, the drug's manufacturer reports.
Soy Benefits May Have Age Cutoff
New research shows women may not get health benefits from soy if they start taking it after age 60.
Soy for Menopause Symptoms-References
A list of resources for information on Soy for Menopause Symptoms.
How to Reduce Falls in Postmenopausal Women
How effective are certain water-based exercise programs at helping to improve functioning in postmenopausal women, and in the prevention of falls?
Induced Menopause
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of surgical/induced menopause including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Women on HRT Helped by Extra Calcium, Vitamin D?
Study found hip fracture rate was 57 percent lower in those also taking supplements
Low-Dose Estrogen Patch Gets FDA Nod
Menostar Patch, a very-low-dose estrogen patch, is now FDA approved for prevention of bone loss in postmenopausal women.