Initiation of Hormone Therapy After Age 65 Remains Risky but Still Works for Some Women New large-scale study concludes that older women should receive individualized risk-benefit assessment and close monitoring before continuing or initiating hormone therapy CLEVELAND, Ohio (Feb 4, 2026)—Hormone therapy (HT) has proven effective for managing hot flashes and other common menopause symptoms, but questions remain about long-term safety, ...

International Differences Exist in Knowledge Gaps and Most Common Perimenopause Symptoms New study confirms that symptoms identified as common during perimenopause differ from those most frequently experienced  CLEVELAND, Ohio (Jan 28, 2026)—Although perimenopause is experienced by all women regardless of race or nationality, it is not always experienced similarly. Studies comparing perimenopause symptoms across diverse cultures and geographic settings ...

Written by Guest Contributor- Petra Beumer, Founder, Mindful Eating Institute For many people, the holidays bring a mix of joy and emotional strain—a season that can feel both nourishing and overwhelming at the same time. If you’ve ever felt a ...

New survey demonstrates need for additional clinician training because many patients with a history of endometrial or epithelial ovarian cancer are still not being prescribed hormones because of safety concerns  CLEVELAND, Ohio (March 12, 2025)—Despite evidence suggesting the safety of hormone therapy ...

Registration is now open to members of The Menopause Society for its 2025 Annual Meeting. This year’s meeting, with the theme Optimizing Health and Longevity at Menopause and Beyond, is scheduled for October 21-25, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency in Orlando, Florida. “The meeting schedule offers ...

From the Editor…Karen Giblin “May the Spirit of the Holidays be with you throughout the New Year.” — Unknown Dear Red Hot Mamas, First and foremost, I want to send you all my heartfelt wishes for a holiday season that overflows ...

Written by Karen Giblin- Red Hot Mamas North America, Inc.  www.redhotmamas.org When consulting a clinician, have at hand a list of all the medicines (including prescription, over-the-counter supplements and herbal products) and their dosages for their review. Make sure your ...

Written by Ainsley Lawrence- Guest Contributor Menopause can be a particularly challenging time for many women. Yes, middle age and later life can offer so many rich and positive experiences. Nevertheless, menopause symptoms and the way they affect your day-to-day ...

New Informational Videos for You and Your Doctor: The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) is proud of its comprehensive video series for healthcare professionals about important midlife health topics. All interviews in the series are hosted by NAMS Past-President Dr. ...