An Early First Menstrual Period May Lead To Premature Menopause
Having a first period by age 11 and never having children were both associated with premature menopause, which this study defines as menopause by age 40.
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Menopause Mystery: Why Do Female Killer Whales Experience The Change Of Life?
Killer whales are one of only three species known to have menopause. Researchers are looking at the conflict and cooperation between older and younger female whales to understand why.
Possible Heart Benefits Of Taking Estrogen Get Another Look
Evidence has ping-ponged over the decades on the effects of hormone therapy on a woman's arteries. The latest study suggests a brief stint on hormones might be helpful — if given at the right time.
Answering Your Questions: Health 101 For Grown Women
We asked NPR listeners what they'd like to know about women's health in midlife. Hundreds of you had questions on topics from hormones to chin hairs. Two doctors are giving us the answers.
Menopause: A Gold Mine For Marketers, Fewer Payoffs For Women
Advertising for products to treat symptoms of menopause is becoming much more upfront about issues like painful sex. But more than a few of the remedies are solutions in search of a problem.
Hormones May Help Younger Women With Menopause Symptoms
Thirteen years after a study on hormone therapy was abruptly halted due to concerns about cancer risk, some doctors say that it's safe for most younger women if they take hormones short term.
Sad To Say, Most Remedies For Hot Flashes Fizzle
Women have precious few choices when it comes to treating menopause symptoms, an expert panel says. Cognitive behavioral therapy and hypnosis top the list.