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Hormone therapy may lead to improved cognitive function

Study demonstrates cognitive benefits of transdermal estradiol in combination with an oral progesterone for postmenopausal women

Hormones affect just about everything that goes on in a woman's body, from reproductive function and sexual libido to weight gain and overall mood. A new study shows how, in the right dosage and combination, hormones also may slow cognitive decline in postmenopausal women as they age. 

It comes as no surprise that cognitive function declines as we age. We recognize memory decline in a number of ways, such as not being able to remember a grocery list as easily as we once did. Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is defined as that intermediate stage between normal aging and dementia. Persons with MCI have an increased risk of progressing to Alzheimer disease or other dementia, with roughly 20% of this population crossing over from MCI to a more severe level each year. To date, no pharmacologic treatment has proven effective in managing MCI.

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Climara 50mcg Patch Shortage

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) have reported an anticipated shortage of CLIMARA 50 mcg transdermal patches with supply due to return on 31 July 2018.

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