New survey by the Federation of Medical Women of Canada shows that women with menopausal symptoms need support before the change. The poll surveyed nearly 2,500 Canadian women age 41 and older who have never had breast cancer or a hysterectomy, and 125 general practitioners who have mostly female patients.

• Dr. Michelle Wise, B.A., M.D., F.R.C.S.C. Toronto OBGYN from the Federation of Medical Women of Canada.