What is Dyspareunia?

Dyspareunia is the medical term for pain with intercourse, and is experienced by most women at some point in their lives.  This can occur due to a range of reasons…

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Drug Holiday

As our summer holidays come to an end, I would like to talk about the idea of going on a drug holiday. This could be interpreted in a variety of…

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INTRAROSA

As previously mentioned, at the International Menopause Society meeting in June 2018, many therapies were presented that aren't yet available in Canada. One such therapy was developed in Canada and…

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Ostalis

At the International Meneopause Society meeting in June 2018, many therapies were presented that aren't yet available in Canada. One such treatment is an oral tablet for menopausal women experiencing…

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When to Start Menopausal Hormone Therapy

Experts in women's health now refer to a "window of opportunity" in regards to when to start menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). The consensus is that hormones are best started around…

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Putting Breast Cancer Into Perspective

In our last blog, we mentioned the many benefits of estrogen. This week we will address one of the main concerns women have when considering menopausal hormone therapy (MHT); which…

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Benefits of Estrogen

Estrogen plays a vital role in a woman's health. When women stop producing estrogen from their ovaries at the average age of 51, many changes being to occur. Here are…

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Protect Yourself From the Sun This Summer

Although sunlight is important for people to acquire immune-boosting Vitamin D, too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays cause people to be at a greater risk for skin cancer.Some people think about…

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Women’s Health Program

Hot flashes? Difficulty falling or staying asleep? Low libido? Moody? We can help! Contact us today to schedule your Women's Health Consultation with one of our Certified Menopause Practitioners; Carolyn…

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