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UrduA systematic review of existing literature on genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) treatments found that vaginal estrogen, vaginal DHEA, oral ospemifene, and vaginal moisturizers may improve some GSM symptoms in the short term.
Tag: Postmenopausal Women
Analysis reveals long-term impact of calcium and vitamin D supplements on health in postmenopausal women
A follow-up analysis of a randomized clinical trial found that the use of calcium and vitamin D supplements among postmenopausal women was associated with decreased risk for cancer mortality, but increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality. The analysis is published in Annals of Internal Medicine.
Air pollution speeds bone loss from osteoporosis: Large study
Elevated levels of air pollutants are associated with bone damage among postmenopausal women, according to new research led by scientists at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. The effects were most evident on the lumbar spine, with nitrous oxides twice as damaging to the area than seen with normal aging.