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FDA Takes Action Against Compounded HT
The FDA announced on January 9 that warning letters have been sent to 7 pharmacy operations, indicating that the claims they make about the safety and effectiveness of their so-called “bioidentical hormone replacement therapy” are unsupported by medical evidence and are considered false and misleading by the agency. Pharmacies may not compound drugs containing estriol without investigational new drug authorization. There is no scientific basis for using saliva testing to adjust hormone levels. Read the full press release, letters, and the FDA’s advice about compounding below.
New Year’s Resolution:
Earn the NAMS Menopause Practitioner Credential
NAMS is pleased to congratulate 40 new NAMS Menopause Practitioners who have demonstrated competency in the field.
Resolve that 2008 will be the year that you join this prestigious group!
New Textbook Aids Practice
Whether you’re taking the Menopause Practitioner exam or not, a “must-buy” is the third edition of our textbook, Menopause Practice: A Clinician’s Guide. It’s been widely acclaimed as the best resource for the menopause practitioner. Plus, it offers 25 hours of CME.
Order NAMS Educational Materials
Start the new year right with an order for helpful patient educational materials from NAMS. They will save you counseling time worth far more than the cost of the materials.
Need CME?
Look on the NAMS Web site for top-notch educational activities. Three opportunities to earn a total of 8 hours of CME expire soon, so hurry!
Mark Your Calendar
 The NAMS 2008 Annual Meeting will convene September 24-27 at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel in Orlando, FL. In addition to the spectacular venue, the scientific program (planned on the theme of “Is It Age or Is It Menopause?”) with great speakers debating controversial topics is sure to engage all attendees. “We promise you cutting-edge scientific information, clinical pearls, and unsurpassed networking opportunities,” said Dr. JoAnn Pinkerton, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee.
Submit Your Research for Presentation
All are invited and encouraged to share their work in the field of menopause by submitting scientific abstracts to be considered for presentation at the NAMS 2008 Annual Meeting. Submit your abstracts through the NAMS Web site between January 15 and April 30.
Webcast Available of 2007 Annual Meeting Sessions
Be sure you check out one or more of the many presentations from the 2007 Annual Meeting that are Webcast free of charge.
Executive Director Earns Advanced Degree
We know you join us in congratulating Dr. Wulf Utian, NAMS Executive Director, on being awarded the degree of Doctor of Science in Medicine from the University of Cape Town (South Africa), in recognition of his original published work that has been seminal to medical progress.
Thanks for Your Financial Support
“We would like to thank all of you who were able to make a financial contribution to the NAMS Foundation last year,” said Dr. Victor Henderson, NAMS President.
Spotlight on New Therapies
By popular request, we are highlighting important new therapeutic options in menopause management. Please note, however, that our mention does not imply endorsement. Click to see this month’s highlights.
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