Tag: Hormone Therapy
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CHMP January 2026 Highlights: Six Medicines Recommended for Approval by EMA
Overview: CHMP’s January 2026 decision highlights The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) concluded its January 2026 session by recommending six medicines for marketing authorization in the European Union. This marks a significant moment for patients awaiting new therapies, as well as for the biotech and pharmaceutical industries focused on…
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Could a Pain-Free IVF Hormone Patch Replace Daily Injections?
What the new microneedle patch promises Fertility clinics often require patients undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) to self-administer daily hormone injections in the weeks leading up to egg retrieval. The discomfort, adherence challenges, and anxiety linked to injections have long been a burden for many hopeful parents. A recent study introduces a promising alternative: a…
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IVF Hormones Could Be Delivered by a Painless Microneedle Patch, Early Studies Hint
Overview: A Potentially Pain-Free Way to Deliver IVF Hormones For many couples pursuing in vitro fertilization (IVF), daily hormone injections are a burdensome routine in the weeks leading up to egg retrieval. A new approach being explored by researchers promises a less painful, more automated alternative: a microneedle patch that could steadily deliver IVF hormones…
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Understanding Why Women Reluctant to Seek Menopause Treatment in 2021
Overview: A Gap Between Symptoms and Treatment New findings from Mayo Clinic researchers highlight a persistent gap between the number of women experiencing menopause symptoms and those who pursue treatment. In 2021, more than a third of women reported moderate to severe menopause symptoms, yet a relatively small share sought medical care or treatment. This…
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Reluctant to Seek Help: Why Women with Menopause Symptoms Are Not Getting Treatment
Why Many Women With Menopause Symptoms Do Not Seek Treatment A recent study by Mayo Clinic researchers, published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, reveals a striking gap between the number of women experiencing moderate to severe menopause symptoms and those who pursue medical treatment. Even as more than a third of women reported notable symptoms in…
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Why Many Women with Menopause Symptoms Avoid Treatment and What Changes That Could Bring
Overview: A Gap Between Symptoms and Treatment New findings from Mayo Clinic researchers, published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, reveal that although a significant portion of women report moderate to severe menopause symptoms, a small percentage actually pursue treatment. The discrepancy highlights persistent barriers in awareness, access, and attitudes toward menopause care, even as symptoms can…
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Why Was I Raised as a Girl If I Was Born a Boy? Exploring Gender Identity and Family Dynamics
Understanding the question: born a boy, raised as a girl Many people who later identify differently from the sex they were assigned at birth wonder why their upbringing didn’t align with their internal sense of self. This experience—being born male but raised as a girl or being raised with a gender that doesn’t match how…
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5 women’s health myths debunked by doctors
Introduction Women’s health has moved from whispered conversations to the mainstream spotlight. Yet with the rapid spread of information online, myths can spread as quickly as facts. Here, a panel of doctors explains five common myths about women’s health and what the science actually says. These insights aim to empower informed choices, reduce anxiety, and…
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5 Women’s Health Myths Debunked by Doctors
Introduction: Why Myths Persist in Women’s Health Conversations about women’s health are finally getting the attention they deserve. Yet even in a world of accessible information, myths persist—often fueled by anecdotes, social media, and outdated beliefs. Recognizing and debunking these myths with medical evidence can help everyone make better health choices. Here are five common…
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5 Common Women’s Health Myths, Debunked by Doctors
Introduction Women’s health has become a widely discussed topic in media, podcasts, and clinics. With so much information circulating, it’s easy to encounter myths that can mislead, cause unnecessary worry, or delay care. Here, trusted doctors debunk five common myths and offer practical, evidence-based guidance for when to seek medical advice. Myth 1: You can’t…