63. Non-Hormonal Treatments for Menopause Symptoms

Guest: Dr. Shafeena Premji, Menopause Expert & Physician (@drshafeenapremji).

If you’ve been told you can’t take hormone therapy—or you’ve chosen not to—this episode is for you.

This week, menopause expert and physician Dr. Shafeena Premji joins us to unpack all the non-hormonal treatment options available to women navigating the menopause transition. From prescription medications to emerging therapies, Dr. Premji explains what’s proven, safe, and effective for managing symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and sleep issues—without using hormones.

She also breaks down the exciting new non-hormonal treatment recently approved by Health Canada, how it works, and why it’s being hailed as a game changer—especially for:

• Breast cancer survivors
• Stroke or cardiovascular disease patients
• Those beyond the 10-year window for starting hormone therapy
• Anyone seeking approved, science-backed non-hormonal symptom relief

We’ll cover what the research says, how to talk to your doctor about these options, and what this means for the future of menopause care in Canada.

You’ll learn:

• The science behind non-hormonal menopause treatments
• Which medications are currently approved and how they work
• Who should consider non-hormonal therapies
• How the newest Health Canada-approved treatment is changing the landscape for menopause symptom management

This episode is packed with expert insights and empowering information to help you make informed choices for your health and well-being through midlife and beyond.

EPISODE SUPPORTED BY: Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo: The Retreat (www.agingpowerfullywithmelissagrelo.com/retreat).

Thank to you partners:

@GoodLifeFitness - www.goodlifefitness.com

@Avene - www.eau-thermale-avene.ca

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Producer: Melissa Grelo.

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner.

UPDATE: Since this episode was recorded, there have been some changes regarding fezolinetant! Those updates include:

• VEOZAH® is now covered under most private insurance plans without restrictions.
• The Patient Support Program offers support to patients prescribed VEOZAH®. Patients without drug insurance coverage for VEOZAH® will be eligible for financial assistance.