New Flash! In the Pipeline: Hot Flashes!

Posted by Liz on Sep 22, 2008 in hot flash | 1 comment

Listen up!

A consortium of five research centers in the Boston Area are dedicating their time to researching remedies for hot flashes and night sweats. The National Institutes of Health is sponsoring the five-year, $22 million initiative.

Harvard Medical School Researchers Dr. Lee Cohen and Dr. Hadine Joffe are leading the effort, which is focusing on both low-dose hormones and most importantly, alternative approaches.  Randomized studies will be exploring the following therapies:

• antidepressants
• yoga
• relaxation breathing
• exercise
• low-dose estradiol patches and gel

Other clinical trials are also underway. If you’re interested in learning more or volunteering for a study, here’s a complete listing of those that are actively recruiting volunteers.