We’re in the dawn of a new year, yet the end of the present year is frantic for most of us. In my case, it’s all about wrapping up all those loose ends which gets pretty frustrating for me at ...
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'Tis Better To Receive?
Christmas is only a few days away and while I’m certain you have already chosen the perfect gift for everyone on your list, you will inevitably receive one of those gifts that make you say, “huh?” While I always have ...
Read More »Estrogen Therapy: Connecting the Studies to the Headlines
The dilemma to take or not to take hormones is a real one that many women face. It is one that requires a discussion with your clinician as part of the decision making process. The arguments of pros and cons ...
Read More »Ways to Treat Menopause Insomnia: Take Back Your Sleep
Insomnia is the triumph of mind over mattress! It’s a fact that menopausal women are not sleeping soundly and it can be a very frustrating challenge. The cat is out of the bag, thanks to our recent Take Back Your ...
Read More »Breast Cancer and Hormone Therapy: Is This News?
Yet another firestorm of controversy is brewing in the world of hormone therapy, based on a report recently published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) of WHI Secondary Outcomes. The new publication, based on reanalysis and follow-up ...
Read More »Hormone Therapy Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Mortality
According to a report in Physician’s First Watch, women who use hormone therapy are at marginally increased risk or dying from breast cancer, according to a new analysis from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) in the Journal of the American ...
Read More »How to Really Manage Vaginal Atrophy at Menopause
We all know menopause symptoms can be a real burden. Sure, the hot flashes, night sweats and insomnia are all incredibly unpleasant, but when it comes to vaginal changes at menopause, the symptoms can be downright egregious. Although safe and ...
Read More »RHM Medical Experts Comment on WHI Follow Up Study
What do the professionals say about the study? Read comments from RHM’s medical experts Mary Jane Minkin, MD, Jim Simon, MD, Michael Goodman, MD and more. Please note, these opinions do not necessarily depict RHM’s stance on the topic.
Read More »World Menopause Month: It's a Woman's World
Get your sunglasses ready this month! You might see some power surges spark — October is World Menopause Month and October 18th is World Menopause Day. Currently, about 25 million women experience the surge, undergoing menopause each year. At this ...
Read More »Solutions to Sweating Less; Far Fetched or Far Out?
Summer temperatures can be ruthless for the hot-flash challenged menopausal woman. August is usually my most dreaded month of the year due to the triple digit temperatures that are common in my area. Last week, I ditched my purse for ...
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