Menopausal women should not be given HRT to treat depression, guidance says as prescriptions soar
A growing number of women are turning to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to alleviate distressing symptoms of the menopause . (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 31, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
11 million more HRT prescriptions are handed out in the past year following Mail campaign calling for greater access to treatments
There was a 47 per cent increase in prescriptions for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) compared with 2021-22, official figures show, in part due to campaigning by TV personality Davina McCall. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 26, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
First-of-its kind hormone replacement treatment shows promise in patient trials
A first-of-its kind hormone replacement therapy that more closely replicates the natural circadian and ultradian rhythms of our hormones has shown to improve symptoms in patients with adrenal conditions. Results from the University of Bristol-led clinical trial are published today [20 October] in the Journal of Internal Medicine. (Source: University of Bristol news)
Source: University of Bristol news - October 19, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Tags: Health, International, Research; Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences, Translational Health Sciences; Press Release Source Type: news
World Menopause Day – Information Resources for Perimenopause and Menopause
About Perimenopause and Menopause
Perimenopause, sometimes referred to as the menopausal transition, is a phase in a life characterized by the natural progression toward menopause when menstruation or periods stop permanently. The onset of perimenopause varies, with some people noticing the first signs of this transition in their 40s, while others may experience changes as early as their mid-30s.
During perimenopause, estrogen levels fluctuate irregularly. This hormonal fluctuation can lead to changes in menstrual patterns, including longer or shorter cycles and instances where the ovaries do not release an egg (ovulati...
Source: The Cornflower - October 18, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Bobbi Newman Tags: Public Libraries Resource Sharing health information menopause perimenopause world menopause day Source Type: news
I feel so lethargic I want to start HRT again - at 84: Ask the GP DR MARTIN SCURR
DR MARTIN SCURR: I've long been a proponent of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), having followed the research and prescribed it to many patients over the years. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 17, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Hormone Replacement Therapy for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Hormone Replacement Therapy for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Postmenopausal women are at increased risk for fractures. Hormone replacement therapy, particularly estrogen, can be beneficial.Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology (Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines)
Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines - September 21, 2023 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Commentary Source Type: news
Trans teens and youth say gender-affirming care is 'life-changing.' So why is it so hard to find in Canada?
Demand for gender-affirming care is becoming more common across the country. But families of youth who want this kind of care — which can range from mental health counselling to hormone replacement therapy or even just learning what treatments are available — say the wait is too long. Doctors say more physicians and nurses are keen to help and providing this care is just a matter of training. (Source: CBC | Health)
Source: CBC | Health - September 18, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: News/Health Source Type: news
DR ELLIE CANNON: Will HRT help by daughter's menopausal hair loss?
Today's reader asks DR ELLIE CANNON whether Hormone Replacement Therapy can help her menopausal daughter with her problematic hair loss which is affecting her confidence. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - September 16, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Georgia Can Resume Hormone Treatment Ban for Transgender Youth Georgia Can Resume Hormone Treatment Ban for Transgender Youth
A US judge on Tuesday allowed the state of Georgia to resume enforcing a new Republican-backed ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender people under age 18.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - September 6, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology News Source Type: news
Georgia can resume enforcing ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender youth, judge says
A federal judge in Atlanta has allowed Georgia to resume enforcing a ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender people under 18 (Source: ABC News: Health)
Source: ABC News: Health - September 6, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Health Source Type: news
Georgia can resume enforcing ban on hormone therapy for trans youth, judge says
Create your free profile or log in to save this article Create your free profile or log in to save this article ATLANTA — Georgia can resume enforcing a ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender people under 18, a judge ruled Tuesday, putting her previous order blocking the ban on hold…#atlanta #georgia #sarahgeraghty #geraghty #11thcircuit #bill140 (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - September 6, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Under-prescribed Menopause Relief: Women Suffer Needlessly
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. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - September 1, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Judge blocks Georgia ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender minors
A federal judge in Atlanta has blocked Georgia from enforcing part of a new law that restricts doctors from prescribing hormone therapy to transgender people under the age of 18 (Source: ABC News: Health)
Source: ABC News: Health - August 21, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Health Source Type: news
Menopausal mother in the final of the Ms Great Britain Classic beauty pageant says women should 'squeeze every drop of fun from life'
Gina Broadhurst, 47, said the menopause left her with 'crushing exhaustion, brain fog and rage' after two male gynaecologists said she could not have hormone replacement therapy. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - August 7, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Hormone Replacement Therapy May Raise a Woman's Risk for Chronic Reflux
MONDAY, July 3, 2023 -- Some women take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to combat the hot flashes and night sweats that accompany menopause, but a new study review suggests hormone therapy may increase a woman ’s risk for developing... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - July 3, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
