Menopause News

Metabolic syndrome scores and obesity appeared linked in different ways to breast cancer incidence and mortality among postmenopausal women, according to findings published in Cancer.

Premature surgical menopause may increase the likelihood of musculoskeletal discomfort and sarcopenia, highlighting the potential importance of hormones in postmenopausal musculoskeletal health, researchers reported in Menopause.

The menopausal transition can be associated with a variety of bothersome symptoms, including hot flashes and mood swings, but some women might experience more subtle symptoms that can begin years before the final menstrual period.

A multi-institutional team of researchers created a statistical model capable of predicting the risk for premature menopause among women who survived childhood cancer.

Menopause symptoms substantially impact work life for more than three-quarters of women, highlighting the need for more awareness and implementation of menopause support measures in the workplace, researchers reported in Menopause.

Outcomes of using menopausal hormone therapy beyond age 65 years varied based on hormone therapy types, administration and strengths among women on Medicare, researchers reported in Menopause.

Earlier menopause — by age 46 years — was tied to worse self-perceived work ability, long-term work participation impairment and higher disability retirement risk, according to study data from women in Finland published in Menopause.

Women are not universally at risk for depressive symptoms during menopause transition, but providers should be aware of risk factors and treat mental health disorders promptly, according to a review published in The Lancet.

Sedentary time and physical activity were both associated with how menopausal women experience hot flashes, according to an analysis published in Menopause.

Fezolinetant and elinzanetant are both promising nonhormone therapies for managing vasomotor symptoms among postmenopausal women, with favorable safety profiles for up to 12 weeks, according to a systematic review published in Menopause.