Stanford Menopause
Stanford Conversations in Menopause & Healthy Aging— the official podcast of the Stanford Menopause & Healthy Aging Program—brings you expert perspectives from Stanford Medicine faculty leaders.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes…
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Women's Health Research Part 1: Chronic Disease Prevention (opens the original)
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In this episode, Dr. Karen Adams speaks with Dr. Marcia Stefanick about the science of women’s health across the lifespan, why sex differences matter in medicine, and disease prevention in women. The conversation explores how research studies have historically overlooked women, what we now know about chronic disease risk, and the everyday habits that support healthier aging. ----------------------------------------------- Subscribe on your favorite streaming platform and join us as we explore ev
Menopause and Cancer Part 2 (opens the original)
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In this episode, Dr. Karen Adams and Dr. Kathryne Sanserino discuss menopause management in cancer survivors, focusing on hormone therapy safety, vaginal health, and long-term health risks associated with premature ovarian insufficiency. 00:00 Introduction to menopause and cancer 01:01 Dr. Sanserino's background and focus 02:18 Hormone therapy in cancer survivors: when is it safe? 03:21 Hormone therapy in BRCA-positive women 04:56 Timing and duration of hormone therapy post-cancer 06:19 Evidence
Menopause and Cancer Part 1 (opens the original)
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In this episode, Dr. Karen Adams and Dr. Kathryne Sanserino explore the intersection of menopause and cancer, discussing how treatments like chemotherapy and surgery can induce menopause and the implications for women's health. They also cover treatment options for hot flashes and the latest advances in managing menopause symptoms in cancer survivors. 00:00 Introduction to Menopause and Cancer 01:58 Understanding the Menopause Transition 03:47 Diagnosing Menopause: Symptoms and Tests 05:55 Durat
Brain Health Part 2 (opens the original)
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In this episode of Stanford Conversations in Menopause and Healthy Aging, Dr. Karen Adams and Dr. Niyatee Samudra discuss the critical topic of brain health, particularly in relation to dementia and menopause. They explore the risk factors associated with dementia, including family history and lifestyle choices, and emphasize the importance of self-advocacy in addressing cognitive symptoms. The conversation also delves into the effects of hormone therapy on brain health and the significance of i
Brain Health Part 1 (opens the original)
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In this episode of Stanford Conversations in Menopause and Healthy Aging, Dr. Karen Adams and Dr. Niyatee Samudra discuss the common phenomenon of brain fog experienced during menopause. They explore the role of estrogen in cognitive function, the impact of cognitive symptoms on daily life, and how to distinguish brain fog from more serious cognitive impairments. The conversation also covers the effects of hormone therapy on brain health and offers strategies for managing brain fog, emphasizing
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