OrthoNeutrogena Announces FDA Approval of EVOLENCE, a New Collagen Dermal Filler

The Aesthetics Group of OrthoNeturogena, a division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals and part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, announced FDA approval of a new collagen-based dermal filler.

Announcement:  Aesthetics Group of OrthoNeutrogena Press Release

Posted: January 21st, 2009 by Menopause Alliance | 0 Comments

Clinical Trial “Breathe-Intervention for Hot Flashes…” Seeks Participants

For millions of women, hot flashes are frequent, severe, and bothersome events that can interfere with daily life and negatively influence mood, affect, and/or sleep. A recent National Institutes of Health state-of-the-science conference concluded that additional data are needed on the efficacy and appropriateness of non-hormonal hot flash treatments. The randomized, controlled trial evaluates a DVD-based at-home breathing training and practice program to evaluate efficacy for hot flashes.

Trial Details

Posted: January 12th, 2009 by Menopause Alliance | 0 Comments

Hormone Therapy May Reduce Risk of Colon Cancer

University of Minnesota School of Public Health researchers found women who take hormone therapy for menopause symptoms may reduce their risk of colorectal cancer by up to 45%. The findings are published in the journal, Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention and reported in the January 7th, 2009 edition of the Telegraph.co.uk.

Click here to read the full article: http://tr.im/3io1

Posted: January 9th, 2009 by Menopause Alliance | 0 Comments

Executive Board Member, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, In the Spotlight

Tapped to share her medical expertise, Dr. Montgomery Rice recently appeared on Nashville television station Channel 5+ (01/06/09) and on the internet radio show, OnTheHomeStretch.com (01/08/09). Both segments featured Dr. Montgomery Rice on the subject of cancer becoming the world’s leading killer.

Dr. Montgomery Rice was also interviewed in the January 4th edition of the Tennessean where her message was a personal one of inspiration for people on overcoming obstacles in pursuit of their goals.

Congratulations to Dr. Montgomery Rice for her dedication to educating and promoting health and well-being.

Listen to Dr. Montgomery Rice’s radio interview

Posted: January 8th, 2009 by Menopause Alliance | 0 Comments