Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Perimenopausal and Postmenopausal Health.

Angela M Cheung1, Ruhee Chaudhry, Moira Kapral

  • 1University Health Network Women's Health Program, University of Toronto, 657 University Ave, Toronto, Canada. Angela.cheung@uhn.on.ca

BMC Women'S Health
|September 4, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Limited Canadian data exist on menopausal symptom severity. More research is needed on hormone therapy risks, benefits, and non-pharmaceutical alternatives for women

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Multimodal ultra-high-field MRI, clinical, cognitive, and genetic profiles across the ALS-FTD spectrum.

Scientific data·2026
Same author

Predicting 1-Year Stroke Recurrence and Mortality in Stable Outpatients Following Ischemic Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack - ADDENDUM.

The Canadian journal of neurological sciences. Le journal canadien des sciences neurologiques·2026
Same author

Experiences of current practice, priorities and strategies for enabling meaningful consumer and community involvement collaborations in health and medical research in Queensland, Australia.

Research involvement and engagement·2026
Same author

Biomarkers.

Alzheimer's & dementia : the journal of the Alzheimer's Association·2025
Same author

Skeletal muscle index, grip strength, and physical performance as predictors of severe chemotherapy toxicity among older adults with malignancy.

PloS one·2025
Same author

The Clinical Spectrum of Hypophosphatasia in Older Adults.

Clinical case reports·2025

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Women's Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Menopause significantly impacts women's health, increasing risks for osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease.
  • Women face a third of their lives post-menopause, yet data on perimenopausal and postmenopausal symptom prevalence in Canada are lacking.
  • Current evidence does not support botanical products for menopausal symptom relief.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight data gaps in understanding the menopausal transition in Canada.
  • To identify the need for research into alternative hormone therapy and non-pharmaceutical options.
  • To emphasize the importance of educating healthcare providers and women on cardiovascular disease risks and treatments.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical and epidemiological data.

Related Experiment Videos

  • Analysis of findings from initiatives like the Women's Health Initiative.
  • Identification of areas requiring further investigation.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant lack of Canadian data on perimenopausal and postmenopausal symptom severity and prevalence.
    • Established risks associated with traditional hormone therapy (stroke, coronary artery disease, breast cancer).
    • Osteoporosis affects a substantial portion of women over 50.

    Conclusions:

    • Further clinical and epidemiological research is essential to understand the menopausal transition.
    • Investigating alternative hormone therapy combinations, dosages, and non-pharmaceutical options is crucial.
    • Enhanced education for healthcare professionals and women regarding cardiovascular disease is necessary.