MARCH 2009

Welcome to The North American Menopause Society’s e-newsletter for expert, unbiased, and timely information about women’s health in menopause and beyond.
True or False Quiz: Menopause, Mental Aerobics, and Stress
As we age, it’s as important to keep our minds sharp as it is to keep our bodies in shape. Physical and mental exercise, a healthy diet, and a positive outlook empower both the brain and the body.
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Pre-Checkup Primer: What to Know Before You Go
Let NAMS help you get ready for your next medical checkup. Here are some points that peri- and postmenopausal women need to know.
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Snooze Clues: Is Caffeine Keeping You Awake?
About half the women over age 40 report trouble sleeping. For some, hot flashes are the culprit, but for others, too much caffeine may be interfering with slumber. Find out how to balance caffeine consumption with getting a full night of sleep.
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Mouth Matters: What Your Teeth Say About Bone Health
Your mouth and teeth are a reflection of your bone health. Read what the experts are saying about your risk for osteoporosis around the time of menopause.
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The Co-Editors of Menopause Flashes are Elizabeth Contestabile, RNC, BScN, Nurse Educator, Shirley E. Greenberg Women's Health Centre, The Ottawa Hospital, Riverside Campus, Ottawa, ON, Canada; and Marcie K. Richardson, MD, Co-director, Harvard Vanguard Menopause Consultation Service, Boston, MA.

This e-newsletter, developed under the direction of the Consumer Education Committee of The North American Menopause Society (NAMS), provides current information, but not specific medical advice. It is not intended to substitute for the judgment of an individual’s healthcare provider. To unsubscribe, send us an e-mail request.

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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the United States. It occurs in women as often as in men. It is preventable, treatable, and beatable -- so learn more here about the importance of getting screened.
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Campaign
 


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