More Evidence Hormone Patches Are Safer Than Pills

by Dr. J. Kyle Mathews | September 7th, 2011

A new study adds to evidence that transdermal hormone delivery is a safer alternative to pills for menopausal women.

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For Some in Menopause, Hormones May Be Only Option

by Dr. J. Kyle Mathews | August 16th, 2011

For women hoping to combat the symptoms of menopause with nonprescription alternatives like soy and flaxseed supplements, recent studies have held one disappointment after another.

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Hormones Linked With Kidney Stones in Older Women

by Dr. J. Kyle Mathews | October 12th, 2010

Kidney stones should be added to the list of health problems linked with hormone pill use after menopause, according to an analysis of landmark government research that first raised alarms about the products.

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