Thyroid disorders affect all areas of your body. Your thyroid gland, at the front of your neck, makes tri-iodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) hormones, which regulate metabolism. T3 is the active version of the hormone. T4 is also converted...
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BEDDING AND CLOTHING FOR THE MENOPAUSE
Are hot flushes and night sweats troubling you during the day or night? Wearing removable layers may help to keep you cool, but it’s important to also think about your choice of bedding, sleepwear and clothing. In general, synthetic...
CONTRACEPTION FOR THE OVER-40s
A number of hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptive methods are suitable for women over 40. Age isn’t a contraindication, but some medical problems such as high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease may limit the choice.
MENOPAUSE ‘ASK THE EXPERTS’ QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
The following ‘Ask the Experts’ questions were sent into The Menopause Exchange by our members, the answers were provided by our ‘Ask the Experts’ panel and included in issues 99 (Winter 2023-24) & 100 (Spring 2024) of The Menopause...