Women Could Soon Buy This Life-Saving Drug Over the Counter

and on October 30, 2026

A USA TODAY investigation found the FDA kept a warning on vaginal estrogen for two decades, and now the agency may let women buy it without a prescription.

Women Can’t Find This Medication. The Shortage Could Last Years

and on October 21, 2026

Nearly 20 estrogen patch formulations are affected, so women hunting for a refill may need to ask their doctor about gels or sprays.

Exclusive: FDA Warnings Persisted as UTIs Turned Deadly in Menopause

and on September 22, 2026

A study of 1.8 million women found sharply lower hospitalization and death rates among those prescribed vaginal estrogen for recurrent infections

Congress Set to Discuss This Once-Taboo Topic in Women’s Health

and on September 15, 2026

Menopause care affects more than 75 million women, while gaps in training and insurance coverage can raise health costs and force early retirement

Women Can’t Get Estrogen Patches. Here’s What the FDA Is Doing to Help.

and on April 17, 2026

The estrogen patch shortage that began in January is forcing some women to pay nine times more for alternative hormone therapy — and the FDA is not yet officially calling it a shortage.

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