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Women unable to access medication shortages may persist
Women are facing ongoing shortages of estrogen patches used for menopause treatment, with supply issues persisting for more than a year. Despite acknowledging the problem, the FDA has not officially declared it a shortage, prompting Senator Kirsten Gillibrand to demand an emergency plan from the agency. Experts recommend alternative options like estrogen gels or sprays, and women are advised to contact physicians and pharmacies regularly while advocacy continues for improved supply.
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