What is frozen shoulder? Exploring the unusual symptom of menopause
Menopause brings a host of symptoms, right? We often hear about hot flashes, mood swings, night sweats—the usual suspects. But there’s another side effect that might not be as widely discussed: frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis. This occurs when the joint capsule around the shoulder becomes thick and rigid, leading to significant pain and restricting […]
Halle Berry strengthens her criticism of Gavin Newsom regarding menopause treatment.
Actress Halle Berry has taken a firm stance against California’s Governor, Gavin Newsom, asserting that he is overlooking the needs of women, particularly regarding menopause care. This comes in light of his veto of bills aimed at addressing this issue for two consecutive years. During a recent speech at the Dealbook Summit, Berry didn’t hold […]
Constance Zimmer shares how IUD affected her menopause journey
Constance Zimmer reflected on her extended use of birth control, admitting it was perhaps a bit too long. “My doctor suggested that I stop birth control when I turned 50,” she shared. “I had an IUD, and I kept thinking, ‘Oh, I’ll do it next year.’” At 55, the actress, recognized for her work in […]
Sunny Hostin supports Newsom in response to criticism of Berry’s menopause bill.
Sunny Hostin Defends Gavin Newsom Amid Halle Berry’s Criticism On Friday, Sunny Hostin, a co-host on “The View,” spoke on behalf of California Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom after Halle Berry criticized him for neglecting women’s issues. Berry had publicly expressed her discontent with Newsom’s recent veto of a menopause bill. Hostin responded to Berry’s remarks, […]
Halle Berry criticizes Governor Gavin Newsom for rejecting menopause legislation
Halle Berry Critiques Governor Newsom at Dealbook Summit Halle Berry recently took the stage at the Dealbook Summit to talk about the perceptions of women in Hollywood and society at large. Her speech highlighted the diminishing value placed on women, particularly as they get older. It seems she really struck a chord with the audience, […]
FDA takes steps to remove ‘black box’ warnings on hormone therapy for menopause
FDA to Remove Warnings from Hormone Replacement Therapy Products The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced plans to eliminate “black box” warning labels from hormone replacement therapy (HRT) products aimed at easing menopause symptoms. Dr. Marty McCurry, the FDA Commissioner, stated that this decision is backed by years of research and clinical trials […]
Medical professionals discuss hormone therapy for menopause.
Understanding Menopause and Hormonal Therapy Menopause can trigger a variety of challenging symptoms—think hot flashes, night sweats, and trouble sleeping. Hormonal therapy might offer some much-needed relief. But many women are hesitant about starting it. The topic has been fraught with uncertainty, especially after a recent expert panel meeting organized by the Food and Drug […]
Health official sparks discussion on hormone treatment for menopause
FDA Panel Revisits Hormone Therapy for Menopause A recent panel of experts convened by the Food and Drug Administration has reignited the discussion surrounding hormone therapy for treating menopause. Last week, a group of 12 panelists expressed strong support for hormone treatment and urged the FDA to eliminate the “black box” warning associated with such […]
What is ‘cougar puberty’? A health stage women experience before menopause
The Unpleasant Yet Fun Phase of Womanhood Menopause, an unwelcome phase in every woman’s life, is starting to get more attention these days. In recent years, figures like Gwyneth Paltrow, Brooke Shields, Halle Berry, Drew Barrymore, and Salma Hayek have opened up about their experiences with this “change.” It seems to be a topic that’s […]
15 States Explore Legislation to Enhance Menopause Services
Officials in 15 states are reportedly noticing discussions about menopause among women throughout the United States. Lawmakers are looking into whether they should advocate for additional menopause training for medical professionals or if insurance providers should be required to cover treatments related to it. This was mentioned in a recent report. According to data from […]