Menopause

Many women experience menopause symptoms but do not seek medical help, a Mayo Clinic study indicates. The findings show that more than four out of five women reported not pursuing…

Weight gain after menopause can influence health in important ways. For many women, the changes in body fat and hormones around this life stage translate into a higher risk of…

Sleep patterns and eating habits influence each other, but the exact connection remains unclear. In a new paper published in JNeurosci, a team led by William Ja at the Herbert…

Emotional wellbeing is gaining importance as part of overall health. Many consumers now recognize the link between mental and physical health and are seeking practical solutions to cope with modern…

Recent research from the Mayo Clinic has shed new light on how hormone therapy may influence weight loss outcomes for postmenopausal women treated with tirzepatide. The study, presented at The…

During perimenopause and menopause, many women notice weight gain around the belly area. This shift is driven primarily by hormonal changes, specifically a decline in oestrogen, which redistributes fat from…

Weight gain during menopause is common, with the average woman gaining between 8 and 12 pounds, according to one estimate — but that doesn’t mean it should be dismissed. Carrying…

Once women reach their 50s, their bones require increased attention due to natural hormonal shifts that accompany menopause. According to experts at the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging…

British mother Karen McGonigal, 53, reportedly died days after receiving an illegal dose of semaglutide, a weight management jab often prescribed for obesity or overweight adults. The injections were administered…

Hormone replacement therapy has undergone significant scientific reevaluation over recent decades following initial widespread adoption and subsequent safety concerns. The Women’s Health Initiative study, published in 2002, dramatically shifted medical…

Hot flashes represent one of the most prevalent symptoms during the menopausal transition, affecting approximately 75% of women to varying degrees. These sudden sensations of intense heat typically begin in…

Endometriosis represents a complex gynecological condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing significant pain and potential fertility challenges. This condition affects an estimated 10%…

Tammy McDevitt’s breast cancer diagnosis arrived as a shock, despite years of normal mammograms. In September 2024, her routine screening at Cleveland Clinic revealed a subtle anomaly identified by an…

Menopausal weight gain is common, driven by hormonal changes and decreased muscle mass and energy expenditure. Hormone therapy is weight neutral and should not be used for weight loss; it…

Essential oils do not have FDA approval for menopause weight management. Some research has investigated the effects of plant compounds on weight gain and other menopause symptoms, but no clinical…

A new study from Mayo Clinic underscores the widespread impact of menopause symptoms on midlife women – and raises concern that most are navigating this stage of life without medical…

The Australia Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) market is projected to reach US$725.13 million by 2033, up from US$417.36 million in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.33%…

Uterine fibroids represent noncancerous growths that develop within or on the uterine wall, medically termed leiomyomas or myomas. These tumors consist of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissue, appearing…

​When Dr. Bobby Mukkamala found himself on the other side of the examination table, he relied on Mayo Clinic’s advanced surgical techniques to return to his professional work. During a…

A urinalysis is a common diagnostic test that involves a thorough examination of a urine sample. This essential medical procedure provides valuable insights into an individual’s overall health and the…