Older women are one of the most rapidly growing segments of the Canadian population.
Most menopausal women require no treatment. Despite controlled trial data showing risks from menopausal hormone treatment, three conditions benefit from ovarian hormone therapy: early menopause, severe vasomotor symptoms with osteoporosis, and sleep-disturbing night sweats.
Breast cancer is the most common cause of cancer mortality in women over 65 years of age.
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The diagnosis and management of cervical cancer in the older patient presents important challenges to the geriatrician and oncologist.
The increase in male life expectancy has raised concerns about the impact of aging on the male reproductive system.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis was originally described by Charcot in 1874. Also known as motor neuron disease, ALS is among the most dire of the neurodegenerative diseases.
