The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has launched a new website devoted to women who are approaching or going through menopause to provide them with the necessary information they need to make informed decisions about their health.

The pause® website addresses issues such as hot flashes, sleep problems, urinary incontinence, depression, and osteoporosis. Women can also find health information on heart disease, hormone therapy, breast cancer, diet and nutrition, and exercise for the aging woman.

Other features of the site include:

- “Ask the Doctor”-frequently asked questions about menopause are answered by leading experts in ob-gyn
- The latest guidelines for a wide range of medical conditions related to midlife health and information on how to reduce the risk of disease later in life
- The different therapies available to ease menopause symptoms
- Health statistics and facts
- Practical strategies for getting and staying healthy
- Related links that direct women to key resources on a broad range of health topics related to menopause
- Tips on how to prepare for a visit to the doctor
- Important preventive tests and health screenings
- Health news on current issues in women’s health.

The ACOG-sponsored website can be found at http://pause.acog.org.

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