Study finds joint and muscle pain top menopausal symptom for women in Singapore

MORE RESEARCH IN THE WORKS Prof Yong said the findings underscore the necessity of conducting such studies locally to understand and manage the symptoms experienced by Singaporean women.  Despite such pains being common complaints from women experiencing menopause, little research has been done on the cause and risk factors associated with the condition. “Menopausal arthralgia … Read more

Incontinence in women might point to future disability: Research

WASHINTON DC: If you are one of the 30 to 50 per cent of women who suffer from urine incontinence, new research reveals that it may become a major health problem.Having more frequent urinary incontinence and leakage amounts is associated with higher odds of disability, according to RUSH researchers in a study published in the … Read more

Is Canada ready to expand medical assistance in dying? Liberals will face that choice with deadline closing in

The federal Liberals face a choice early in 2024: They can allow a sunset clause to take effect so that eligibility for medical assistance in dying expands to adults whose only reason for seeking it is a mental disorder. Or they can do what they did in 2023 and postpone it further, even indefinitely. Justice Minister … Read more

Breakthrough Treatment Veoza Receives UK Approval to Tackle Hot Flushes

In a significant stride towards improving the quality of life for menopausal individuals, Veoza, a prescription-only drug also known as fezolinetant, has recently gained approval in the United Kingdom. The green light from regulatory authorities marks a milestone in women’s health, offering a novel solution to alleviate the often debilitating symptoms of hot flushes. Veoza, … Read more

How menopause changes the brain and 3 things women should know to protect against dementia

THREE STEPS TO PROTECT YOUR BRAIN Several studies have found that up to 40 per cent of dementia cases could be prevented, said Dr Jessica Caldwell, director of the Women’s Alzheimer’s Movement Prevention Center at the Cleveland Clinic in Las Vegas. And a few lifestyle changes in midlife, including quitting smoking, reducing alcohol intake, sleeping … Read more