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Vitamin D Won’t Strengthen Older Women’s Bones

Oct 6, 2015

High doses of vitamin D do not appear to protect postmenopausal women from the dangers of osteoporosis, new research indicates.

Menopause Associated with More Fat Around Heart, Raising Risk for Heart Disease

Jul 23, 2015

Late and post-menopausal women have significantly greater volumes of fat around their hearts – a risk factor for heart disease.

More Frequent Overnight Hot Flashes Linked with Brain Scan Changes

Jul 20, 2015

Women who experience more hot flashes, particularly while sleeping, during the menopause transition are more likely to have brain changes reflecting a higher risk for cerebrovascular disease.

Vitamin D, Calcium Don’t Reduce Menopause Symptoms

Jun 2, 2015

Large study finds no difference between women who took supplements and those who didn’t.

Urinary incontinence problematic for many women over 40, study finds

Apr 21, 2015

Newly published SWAN research shows that urinary incontinence is problematic for many women over 40.

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About SWAN: Study of Women’s Health Across the Nation

Launched in 1994, SWAN is a pioneering multi-site longitudinal study into women’s health and the menopause transition, examining physical, biological, psychological and social changes during a woman’s life. Its findings propel new medical and educational approaches to women’s health in key areas including hot flashes, mental health, sexuality, sleep, cardiovascular disease, and more.

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