POSTMENOPAUSAL

This study tested a drug called alisertib, either alone or combined with fulvestrant, in 96 postmenopausal women with advanced breast cancer that had stopped responding to hormone therapy. The goal was to see if these treatments could shrink tumors. Alisertib works by blocking en…

This study tested whether bupropion, a medication that affects brain chemicals, can improve low sexual desire in women who have had breast or gynecologic cancer. About 230 women took either bupropion or a placebo pill for 9 weeks. The main goal was to see if their self-reported s…

This study looked at whether self-acupressure—using fingers to press on specific body points—can reduce joint pain and stiffness caused by aromatase inhibitor therapy in postmenopausal women with breast cancer. Fifty participants learned acupressure techniques and reported their …

This study looked at how two different ways of doing resistance exercise (short vs long sets) affect the heart and blood vessels of postmenopausal women, both with and without high blood pressure. Sixty women participated, and researchers measured things like blood pressure, hear…

This study looked at how seasonal changes impact kidney function in 18 post-menopausal women living in Florida. Researchers measured specific kidney biomarkers in blood and urine, while also considering factors like physical activity, diet, and hydration. The goal was to better u…

This study looked at whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or a mix of endurance and strength training (concurrent) could improve health markers in 45 obese, sedentary postmenopausal women. After 12 weeks of exercise, both groups showed similar reductions in oxidative s…

This early-stage study tested a new drug called LAE102 in 32 healthy postmenopausal women to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. Participants received either a single dose of LAE102 or a placebo. The main goal was to check for side effects, not to treat any disease.

This study tested whether a short online program, using motivational interviewing, could help peri- and post-menopausal women who work full-time become more physically active. Twenty-two women took part and were randomly assigned to either the online group or a control group. The…