New types of Hormone Replacement Therapy

ORLANDO, Fla. -

Memory loss, fatigue, a ringing in the ears -- probably not what you're used to hearing when women talk about menopause.

But those symptoms, and many more, are exactly what a growing number of women must deal with.

The documentary, Hot Flash Havoc, which is now online and on DVD, touches on a subject that has been taboo for too long.

The film's executive producer calls it a crash course for couples and she hopes that by entertaining viewers, she'll educate millions of women around the world.

For women like Maria Venero, menopause was no laughing matter, and she was hesitant to use Hormone Replacement Therapy.

"I heard a lot of stories," says Venero. "Put it off, tried a few things. Natural stuff didn't work."

Maria's concern stemmed from the large-scale Women's Health Initiative study, which was released in 2002.

It warned of an increased risk of breast cancer and heart disease for women using HRT. But critics now point out that both risks increase with age regardless of Hormone Replacement Therapy use.

Unsure of what to do, Maria turned to midwife Karen Bosia for guidance, and found reassurance.

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