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The modern equipment has enhanced their work, Reynolds said, pointing out the equipment Tuesday morning as Garcia used it to prepare a hormone replacement therapy cream. Garcia started by measuring each compound within a filtered tube designed to suck especially fine powders away from the technician. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Chronic Exposure To Estrogen Impairs Some Cognitive Functions Aug 6, 2008
Those who have heard that hormone replacement can improve cardiac or brain function also hope that eating soy or taking genistein supplements will have the same effects, she said. The effects of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) are more complex and problematic than once thought. (Science Daily)
Hargrove speaker for MRH luncheon program Wednesday Aug 6, 2008
Dr. Joel Hargrove, a board certified gynecologist, will discuss menopause and hormone replacement therapy ... Dr. Hargrove will address the risks, benefits and alternatives to hormone replacement for those experiencing menopause. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The XY games Aug 5, 2008
Since 2004, the International Olympic Committee has allowed transsexuals to compete as long as they have had sex-reassignment surgery and have gone through a minimum of two years of post-operative hormone replacement therapy. In the four years since the ruling, there have been no transsexuals or at least no athletes who are open about it in Olympic competition. (India Times, India)
Compounds From Soy Affect Brain And Reproductive Development Aug 2, 2008
(July 12, 2002) A National Institutes of Health research study about to get under way at Iowa State University could offer a partial alternative to hormone replacement therapy for women who want to prevent bone loss. (June 8, 2001) NWO research at Utrecht University has shown that when carp are subjected to stress, the development of their genital organs is delayed, so that they reach puberty later. (Science Daily)
Local doctor emphasizes importance of breast self-exams Jul 31, 2008
"I think different groups study different things. Same thing with mammograms and hormone replacement therapy.". The study further concludes that many self-exams lead to unnecessary biopsies because the woman and her doctor don't want to ignore a lump that turns out to be harmless. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Accelerated Bone Turnover Remains After Weight Loss Jul 30, 2008
Hinton also found that gender, hormone replacement therapy and menopausal status did not affect changes in bone remodeling markers and body weight. Previous studies have reported elevated bone formation and breakdown and decreased bone mass after modest weight reduction in a 6 to 12 month period, Hinton said. (Science Daily)
Smoking Linked to Decrease in Uterine Cancer Risk Jul 17, 2008
Moreover, among women taking hormone replacement therapy, cigarette smoking was associated with about a 50 percent decreased risk of endometrial cancer. But, again, the decreased risk was only significant among postmenopausal women. (MEDLINEplus)
Strontium may strengthen your bones (4) Jul 17, 2008
That oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy can lead to depression. This information is not intended treat, cure or diagnose your condition. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Thyroid Linked to Heart, 59 Other Diseases Jul 17, 2008
The risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy (Essential knowledge for both pre- and post-menopausal women). 6 easy steps to improve your diet (Plus, you'll help overcome obvious or hidden thyroid illness, too). (Newsmax)
Myths About Postmenopausal Pain During Sex Shattered Jul 16, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 15, 2008) Using hormone replacement therapy to alleviate painful sexual intercourse in post-menopausal women is not effective for a significant proportion of sufferers, according to a review study by McGill doctoral candidate Alina Kao, a student of Professor Irv Binik s Laboratory for the Biopsychosocial Study of Sexuality. This often-prescribed hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has mainly been studied in women who suffer from vaginal atrophy, a condition caused by declining... (Science Daily)
Risk Of Gall Bladder Disease With Hormone Replacement Therapy Patches Lower Than With HRT Pills Jul 15, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 14, 2008) Use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) increases the risk of gallbladder disease but the effects are less with HRT given in skin patches or gels compared with HRT given orally, according to a study published on the British Medical Journal website ... "For women who choose to use hormone replacement therapy, one cholecystectomy could be avoided for every 140 users of transdermal therapy rather than oral therapy over a five year period", they conclude ... (May 26,... (Science Daily)
State-of-the-Art Medical Spa Opens in Weston, Bringing Remarkable Services to South Florida Jul 15, 2008
The new medical spa will also provide Mesotherapy and MesoGlow, vein removal, laser resurfacing, anti-aging hormone replacement and more. Additionally at Bellissimo Medical Spa , patrons will find a superb team of expert hair stylists, colorists, facialists and nail specialists, to take care of all their beauty needs, plus exceptional products from around the world to enhance their look. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Spirit of invention leads to a healthy prognosis Jul 13, 2008
Initially, the company was concerned with introducing natural hormone replacement for women, but at that time, this approach was of little interest to physicians. In 1998, Beckel purchased Custom Care Pharmacy and entered the business of working with sterile injectable medicines. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Hormone Replacement May Raise Women's Gallbladder Risk Jul 13, 2008
THURSDAY, July 10 (HealthDay News) -- A postmenopausal woman who uses hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may boost her risk for gallbladder disease, researchers say, although the risk appears to vary depending on how she receives the hormones. "For women who are using HRT, their risk of gallbladder disease is less if they use a patch or gel form of HRT rather than the tablet form of HRT," noted Dr. Bette Liu, a clinical epidemiologist at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. (MEDLINEplus)
Effects Of Healing Touch Therapy Being Studied Jul 8, 2008
5, 1997) Hormone replacement therapy may prove to be very beneficial to wound healing processes in elderly. (Aug. (Science Daily)
The Truth About Progesterone Hormon... Jul 2, 2008
Doctors today won t prescribe an estrogen-only oral contraception or hormone replacement therapy (HRT) due to the dangers of estrogen dominance in the body ... What's important to note is that the combination birth control pill or conventional hormone replacement therapy (HRT) have progestin, which is not progesterone. (Suite101.com)
Bioidentical hormones:The Natural A... Jul 1, 2008
Hardly a month goes by without a news report about the risks of hormone replacement therapy ... Why are people afraid of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) ... Be sure to find a physician who listens to your symptoms, is open-minded and is knowledgeable about synthetic and natural / bio-identical hormone replacement. (Suite101.com)
Single Mechanism For Hypertension, Insulin Resistance And Immune Suppression Jul 1, 2008
A decade ago, the standard treatment for these problems was long-term hormone replacement therapy. Since then. (Science Daily)
B.C. court clears path for cancer survivors to sue over hormone replacement Jul 1, 2008
NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. An international maker of a hormone replacement drug has lost its bid to block a B.C. lawsuit, clearing the way for a possible class-action suit on behalf of breast cancer survivors. Hundreds of B.C. women who claim they got breast cancer after taking the drugs Premarin and Premplus have contacted the law firm involved in the B.C. Supreme Court lawsuit. (Globe and Mail)
The butterfly effect Jun 29, 2008
If a woman has pre-existing hypothyroidism, the main thing is to ensure the ongoing adequacy of her thyroid hormone replacement during and after pregnancy. This minimises any risk to her or the baby. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Is It A Migraine? Jun 29, 2008
These medications include birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy. Quit smoking: If you smoke, talk to your doctor about quitting. (WNBC.com, NY)
Thyroid problems Jun 28, 2008
Its treatment, however, is fairly straightforward: hormone replacement therapy. But on the other side of the thyroid production line is the overzealous hormone maker. (CNN -- Health)
Treat Menopause Symptoms Naturally Jun 26, 2008
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), estrogen replacement therapy (ERT), and prescription drugs can be effective in treating symptoms of menopause, but many can have negative side effects. More women are choosing to use natural alternatives that can be as effective as other prescription treatments. (Pekin Times, IL)
Testosterone Replacement Benefits Older Men With Low Testosterone, Studies Suggest Jun 24, 2008
Yet the risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy are unclear in older men, he said. Saad's research showed that restoring testosterone to normal levels in hypogonadal, or testosterone-deficient, men led to major and progressive improvements in features of the metabolic syndrome. (Science Daily)
Doctors offer to treat dying Winnipeg man after colleagues refuse Jun 20, 2008
Family's religious beliefs conflict with medical opinions. Samuel Golubchuk, 84, has been on life support with minimal brain function at the Grace Hospital since last fall. (CBC.ca)
PET Scans Reveal Hormone Replacement Therapy May Be Beneficial For Postmenopausal Women Jun 20, 2008
"Although it is commonly understood that postmenopausal women, particularly those with early menopause, have an increased risk of developing coronary artery disease and it was thought that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) would help to remedy this, some well-known clinical investigations, such as the Heart and Estrogen/progestin Replacement Study (HERS), were unable to demonstrate an improved outcome in postmenopausal women using HRT," said Thomas Schindler, M.D., chief of nuclear cardiology at... (Science Daily)
HRT use shows continual decline Jun 20, 2008
Only 5 per cent of senior Canadian women in five provinces are using hormone replacement therapy, a rate that has been declining since the publication of a damaging study several years ago, a new report from the Canadian Institute for Health Information says. Women who still use hormone replacement therapy are more likely to use lower doses, according to the study, which chronicled the effect of a major 2002 study that demonstrated the risks of hormone replacement therapy outweighed the benefits... (Globe and Mail)
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome Linked To Irregular Menstrual Cycles, Premenstrual Symptoms In Women Jun 14, 2008
Hormone replacement therapy may help you sleep better by relieving severe hot flashes related to menopause. Ask your doctor for advice about this kind of treatment. (Science Daily)
Food and depression Jun 12, 2008
Certain drugs, such as hormone replacement therapy, oral contraceptives, and anti-tuberculosis medication can interfere with the body's use of B6, creating a borderline deficiency. Other B vitamins also participate in mental health. (iAfrica.com)
Bone Drug Prevents One Type of Breast Cancer Jun 12, 2008
"This is the good news because, until recently, it was generally believed that hormone replacement therapy was the answer to controlling the development of coronary heart disease and osteoporosis but at the price of an enhanced risk of invasive breast cancer," Jordan said. Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
Concentration can slip with a drop in hormone levels (9) Jun 9, 2008
You can boost levels of it with a supplement called "Acetyl L-Carnitine." As for hormones, find a doctor who specializes in bio-identical hormone replacement. The following nutrients could help cut down on those 'senior moments' you are experiencing. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
What you need to know when buying bra Jun 7, 2008
Use birth control or hormone replacement therapy. Stop or start exercising. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Cancer Council calls for Govt to review HRT policy Jun 3, 2008
ELEANOR HALL: The New South Wales Cancer Council is today calling on the Federal Government to review its policies on hormone replacement therapy ... SARA EVERINGHAM: In 2001, a United States study revealed a small increase in the breast cancer risk for some women on hormone replacement therapy ... SARA EVERINGHAM: At the moment, the Therapeutic Goods Administration recommends hormone replacement therapy be used in the short-term for the management of the symptoms of menopause. (ABC Online)
Breast cancer drops in 20-year first Jun 1, 2008
A study published in the Medical Journal of Australia today also showed a 40 per cent drop in the numbers of Australian women taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT). However, the Director of the National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre, Dr Helen Zorbas, said while there was a drop in HRT usage rates over the same period it cannot be said that this has directly caused the decrease in breast cancer rates. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Crackdown on 'natural' hormone remedies Jun 1, 2008
PHARMACISTS who mass produce their own "natural" hormone replacement products and put women at risk by using them as "guinea pigs" will soon be answerable to Australia's drugs regulator ... The most prolific pharmacy-produced remedies are the "natural" hormone treatments, also called bioidentical hormones, which have been heavily marketed to menopausal women as a safe alternative to conventional hormone replacement therapy, despite not having to comply with federal health standards. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Less HRT use 'drives down breast cancer' Jun 1, 2008
Hundreds of older Australian women are being spared from developing invasive breast cancer thanks to the dramatic fall in popularity of controversial hormone replacement therapy (HRT), a study suggests. A new analysis has shown for the first time that when use of the menopause treatment dropped by 40 per cent between 2001 and 2003, the rates of breast cancer rates among women over 50 also fell, by 6. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Long-term Hormone Replacement Therapy Increases Breast Cancer Risk Until 5 Years After Use, Study Finds May 30, 2008
ScienceDaily (May 30, 2008) If hormone replacement therapy is taken over a period of more than five years, the risk of breast cancer will increase ... "Are you taking or did you take hormones? If yes, which hormone medication and for how long? When did you stop taking hormone replacement medication?" 3,464 breast cancer patients and 6,657 healthy women between the ages of 50 and 74 years participated in a large survey and elicited detailed information about hormone replacement medications they... (Science Daily)
Dietary Boron Reduces Lung Cancer Risk in Women May 30, 2008
Dr. Somdat Mahabir and colleagues examined the associations between lung cancer risk in women and boron consumption and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) -- which is known to reduce lung cancer risk -- using data from an ongoing study. Compared to the highest intake of boron, the lowest intake was associated with a 92 percent increased odds of lung cancer, the researchers report in the American Journal of Epidemiology. (MEDLINEplus)
Oral Hormone Replacement Therapy More Than Doubles Risk Of Blood Clots, Study Finds May 27, 2008
ScienceDaily (May 26, 2008) Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) given in skin patches may cause fewer blood clots than HRT given orally, according to a report published on the British Medical Journal website ... 5, 2004) A Swedish study established to assess the effect of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women with a history of breast cancer has been stopped early after preliminary results show 'unacceptably ... 4, 2002) Treatment with a cholesterol-lowering statin can significantly reduce... (Science Daily)
Diabetes patients 'risking death' by ignoring medication May 27, 2008
Women taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) orally face double the risk of blood clots, research claims. Cancer Research UK scientists have made a breakthrough in the development of new therapies, that have fewer side effects, in the treatment of the disease. (InTheNews.co.uk)
The Mammography Maze May 26, 2008
Such factors as the onset of menstruation, if and at what age you had children, when you reached menopause and whether you are on hormone replacement therapy help determine lifetime estrogen exposure. Many women ask whether they need to be screened with newer, more expensive imaging techniques such as MRI or digital mammography. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Health Buzz: Blood Pressure Monitoring and Other Health News May 24, 2008
Those who take hormone replacement therapy via a skin patch may face a than those who take the medication orally, reports a published on yesterday. "One main clinical implication is to consider transdermal rather than oral estrogen for women at high cardiovascular risk in order to avoid thrombosis [blood clots], which is the main harmful effect of short-term hormone therapy," Pierre-Yves Scarabin, director of research at the National Institute of Health and Medical Research in France and senior... (U.S. News & World Report)
The truth about HRT May 24, 2008
Confused about hormone replacement ... ANOTHER week, another set of confusing headlines about hormone replacement therapy. (Times Online)
Patch Form of Hormone Replacement Therapy Poses Less Clotting Risks Than Pill Does May 24, 2008
THURSDAY, May 22 (HealthDay News) -- Women who take hormone replacement therapy via skin patches may face a lower risk of blood clots than women who take the therapy orally ... Previous studies have found an increased risk not only of blood clots, but also coronary heart disease and breast cancer among postmenopausal women who take hormone replacement therapy (HRT). (MEDLINEplus)
Cholesterol Test Spots When HRT Raises Heart Risks May 22, 2008
THURSDAY, May 22 (HealthDay News) -- Standard cholesterol evaluations may help predict which women are at risk for heart problems while taking hormone replacement therapy, and which women are not ... But this doesn't mean that all women whose cholesterol levels are within normal range should feel comfortable taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopausal symptoms ... Hormone replacement therapy can also affect the risk of cancer, blood clots, strokes and more, pointed out Bray, whose... (Health-Finder)
HRT: First Safe, Then Risky... Now Safe? May 21, 2008
A new statement suggesting that hormone replacement therapy may be the right treatment for women entering menopause has reignited the debate over HRT and challenged a high profile study in 2002 that caused millions of women to abandon the therapy. Hormone replacement therapy may not be as risky as thought for those in early menopause, researchers say ... "Hormone replacement therapy remains the first-line and most effective treatment for menopausal symptoms," reads the statement, issued by the... (ABC News)
Early Stage Bone Cells Produce Potential Estrogen Substitute May 20, 2008
The osteoblast-derived molecule, however, was in part functionally and chemically distinct from estradiol, raising hopes that it may be a safer alternative to traditional hormone replacement therapies ... 12, 2002) A National Institutes of Health research study about to get under way at Iowa State University could offer a partial alternative to hormone replacement therapy for women who want to prevent bone loss. (Science Daily)
Men's Magic Youth May 20, 2008
With the promise of making its user look younger, lose weight and feel sexier, more and more men are opting to use hormone replacement therapy to turn back the clock on aging. 58, told 7/39 he credits it with changing his life. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Global menopause summit concludes HRT is safe for healthy women entering menopause May 20, 2008
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) use declined after the Womens Health Initiative (WHI) study results were published in 2002. Initial results from the WHI study seemed to show that women taking HRT were at greater risk of breast cancer and heart disease, and this study had a dramatic effect on public perceptions and confidence in the use of HRT. However, since the first WHI information was released, it has become apparent that the study group was not completely representative of women taking... (EurekAlert!)
Auzine released on own recognizance, plea bargain in place May 17, 2008
Services offered by both clinics include, Botox, laser hair and vein removal, laser skin tightening, weight loss and stop smoking programs, and hormone replacement therapy. Comments. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
Thousands Needed For Massive Cancer Study May 16, 2008
Results have also shown that hormone replacement therapy may be unsafe for some women. This latest study will undoubtedly lead to new guidelines making us more aware of what can cause or prevent cancer. (KCRA 3, CA)
Auzine heading to federal court for drug charges May 15, 2008
Among the clinic services offered on the website are Botox, laser hair removal, laser vein removal, laser skin tightening, weight loss and stop smoking progams, and growth hormone replacement therapy. Monday afternoon the site continued allowing visitors to buy New Image Gift Cards purchased in any denomination to be used for company products and services. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
Nurse’s Notes - Perimenapause can be difficult to go through May 14, 2008
Hormone replacement therapy. For severe hot flashes and menopausal symptoms that persist despite the above efforts, prescription hormone replacement therapy (HRT) remains an option. (Missoulian, MT)
Business • Compounding pharmacists no pill-pushers May 11, 2008
Mr. Gore said 50 percent of his work involves hormone replacement ... Each week, he consults with hormone replacement and hospice patients, and he works closely with ear, nose and throat doctors to make custom ear drops and other medications ... Mr. Holgate has 2,500 female patients who consult with him for hormone replacement. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Discovery Of A Novel Mechanism For The Development Of Colon Cancer May 8, 2008
3, 2007) Researchers have found new evidence suggesting that colon cancer is a disease of missing hormones that could potentially be treated by hormone replacement therapy. Early in colon cancer development. (Science Daily)
How To Market Tired Products May 6, 2008
Recent examples of products with this kind of problem include the cholesterol medication Vytorin, the painkiller Vioxx and hormone replacement therapy used by women to combat the symptoms of menopause. Wharton marketing professor Lisa Bolton says pharmaceutical companies need to find a way to respond to the concerns raised by the article or study. (Forbes)
Relaxation May Cool Chemotherapy-Related Hot Flashes May 2, 2008
Treatment options are limited, however; hormone replacement therapy is no longer the preferred treatment for hot flashes in general, and it was never considered safe for women with a history of breast cancer. Menopausal hot flashes are thought to involve a change in the brain's regulation of body temperature, such that women become more sensitive to small variations in their core temperature. (MEDLINEplus)
A Blood Test To Predict Menopause May 2, 2008
A new study shows that even when women stop hormone replacement therapy, the dangerous effects can continue. That's what scientists in the Netherlands have done. (Time.com)
Statins Shown To Lower Blood Pressure Apr 18, 2008
4, 2002) Treatment with a cholesterol-lowering statin can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and possibly death in postmenopausal women taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT), investigators. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Acupuncture relieves hot flushes in breast cancer patients taking tamoxifen Apr 18, 2008
For healthy women, hormone replacement therapy has traditionally been used to alleviate symptoms, but it is associated with an increased risk of relapse in women with oestrogen sensitive breast cancers. In a prospective, single-blind, controlled trial, Mrs Hervik and her supervisor, Dr Odd Mjland, randomised 59 breast cancer patients to receive either ten weeks of traditional Chinese acupuncture or sham (minimal) acupuncture between March 2003 and December 2006. (EurekAlert!)
Pellets: The Safer Hormone Replacement Therapy? Apr 17, 2008
com - Custom-Made Pellets: The Safer Hormone Replacement Therapy ... Custom-Made Pellets: The Safer Hormone Replacement Therapy ... Ever since a 2002 study found that the use of hormone replacement therapy increased the risk of heart attacks, breast cancer and strokes, women have been looking for a safe alternative to control the often debilitating symptoms of menopause. (Fox News)
Losing the matronly look of menopause Apr 16, 2008
Doctors do know that hormone replacement therapy doesn't seem to prevent weight gain, she says. "And there's no question that our metabolism decreases, and our calorie requirements to maintain our weight decline," she says. (MSNBC -- Health)
Media Coverage Of Breast Cancer Focuses Too Little On Prevention, Study Suggests Apr 16, 2008
The research also found that of the stories that focused on environmental risk factors for breast cancer, about 12 percent discussed the use of hormone replacement therapy. Recent research finds there may be a link between HRT and breast cancer. (Science Daily)
Hormone Replacement May Cut Risk for Age-Linked Eye Disease Apr 16, 2008
Estrogen may prevent advanced macular degeneration, study finds. Monday, April 14, 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
