Menopause Guide from ACOG

Experts Lay Out Options for Menopause Symptoms "Women should know that effective treatments are available to address these symptoms."

ACOG discourages direct-to-consumer and home genetic tests because of the potential harm from misinterpreted or inaccurate results. http://bit.ly/1dz2wH5

FDA Tells 23andMe to Halt Sales of Genetic Test WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration is ordering genetic test maker 23andMe to halt sales of its personalized DNA test kits.

Breast Cancer Tests Both Physical, Emotional Strength Patients fighting the disease must also fight the toll breast cancer takes on their spirits.

If s*x is uncomfortable or painful, talk with your ob-gyn about what you can do about it.

Painful menopausal s*x: New drug prompts discussion When it comes to menopausal symptoms, hot flashes get all the press. But another common problem associated with menopause isn't talked about much outside of doctors' offices – and sometimes not there either.

Uterine fibroids are one of the top three conditions associated with hysterectomy. Learn more about fibroid treatment options here: http://bit.ly/15tiXi8

Uterine Fibroids Take Heavy Toll on Women, Survey Finds But many delay seeing doctor for years because of concerns about treatments.

Study of Hormone Use in Menopause Reaffirms Complex Mix of Risks and Benefits Research building on data from the Women’s Health Initiative confirms that the risks of hormones outweigh the benefits, but that their use is sometimes appropriate.

ACOG says women 65 and older with normal bone mass or mild bone loss can have a bone mineral density test every 15 years. Read more at http://bit.ly/1eMIXu6.

Elderly may be getting too many bone mineral density tests Older people at risk for osteoporosis are sometimes recommended to get a bone mineral density (BMD) screening test every two years to see if fractures may occur in the near future.

Are you a new or first-time grandparent? It's important to know that newborn babies may be at increased risk for pertussis. Recent outbreaks of this highly contagious and often serious disease are occurring across the country. In many cases, family members are responsible for spreading the disease to the baby. Click below to learn how to protect yourself and your family.

Help Silence the Sounds of Pertussis Pertussis (whooping cough) is a highly contagious disease, potentially fatal to any baby younger than 12 months. Visit this site to learn more and watch important videos.

In a new joint Committee Opinion, research has shown that toxic chemicals can affect thyroid function and can also impact the onset of menopause. Click on the link below to learn more.

ACOG Committee Opinion "Exposure to Toxic Environmental Agents" Robust scientific evidence has emerged over the past 15 years, demonstrating that preconception and prenatal exposure to toxic environmental agents can have a profound and lasting effect on reproductive health across the life course.

This coming weekend, participants in over 80 countries will walk in the Globe-athon to End Women's Cancers. Watch this video and get inspired by this international effort. Learn more and get involved: http://bit.ly/11ZdFJI

Globe-athon: Pass It On Globe-athon: Join Your City in the Walk to End Women's Cancer One Step Can Make a World of Difference!

Working out and maintaining a healthy weight significantly lowers a woman's risk of endometrial cancer, according to a new study.

Women may avoid endometrial cancer with exercise, weight control Staying at a healthy weight and exercising at least 30 minutes a day may lower a woman's risk of endometrial cancer by 59 percent.

Did you know that drinking more water is key to fueling your metabolism. If you don't get enough of this vital nutrient, your metabolism becomes less efficient. Aim to get 64 ounces of fluids daily--fruit, vegetables, and other liquids count, too.