Menopause News Flash: research, news and information

When female childhood cancer survivors grow up, are they more likely to experience an earlier onset of menopause? A French study tried summarizing the results of a large scale trial.

Learn more about premature ovarian failure and similarities/differences with the early menopause.

A University of Colorado Cancer Center study published in the December issue of the journal Cancer Research shows obese, postmenopausal women may be able to lower their breast cancer risk with a healthier lifestyle. Also on the matter of weight gain, some recent studies have discovered fascinating information about the real relationship between menopause and gaining belly fat during the change.

Also, be sure to learn more how menopause research has progressed, since ancient Greece until today.

The Lighter Side:

healthline’s best health blog of 2012

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january giveaway

Well, it’s January, which means that everyone is tightening their purse-strings, and eating IN instead of OUT. What could make a better giveaway than some awesome cookware from Pampered Chef? Please take a minute to enter my giveaway contest– you might be very happy come February!

menopause on stage

Don’t miss Menopause the Musical – a show celebrating menopause and women. Save $5 on tickets for the for the fall shows by using the promo code REDHOT! There is a limit of four tickets per person. This offer is not valid on previous purchases or premium seats, and cannot be combined with any other offer. Click here for a list of dates and purchase options.