This is a 15-minute CFPC Mainpro+ certified eCME program for Canadian HCPs. This program is designed to provide practical information on the cognitive changes that can occur during menopause. Utilizing a case study, this program will explore common symptoms of menopause brain fog and tools to effectively manage and support patients experiencing menopause-related cognitive symptoms.
Mental Health, Women's Health
Menopause and Cognition: What You Need to Know
Brain fog, which refers to cognitive difficulties experienced during the menopausal transition, is common in midlife women. An estimated 40-60% of women experience cognitive symptoms, with changes in memory and attention being among the most commonly reported symptoms. Hormonal fluctuations, particularly in estrogen levels, play a significant role in these cognitive changes. Understanding and addressing these symptoms is crucial to improving quality of life and long-term cognitive health outcomes for women during and after menopause. This program will provide participants with key information about cognitive symptoms commonly associated with menopause and therapeutic interventions to support patients during this critical life stage.
DURATION
15 min
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
0.25
ACCREDITATION
Mainpro+
EXPIRY DATE
2025-10-03
This is a 15-minute CFPC Mainpro+ certified eCME program for Canadian HCPs. This program is designed to provide practical information on the cognitive changes that can occur during menopause. Utilizing a case study, this program will explore common symptoms of menopause brain fog and tools to effectively manage and support patients experiencing menopause-related cognitive symptoms.
Faculty
Jennifer Blake, MD, MSc, FRCSC, FRCOG
Christine Palmay, MD, CCFP, FCFP
Marla Shapiro, C.M., MDCM, CCFP, MHSC, FRCPC, FCFP, NCMP
Naomi Pliamm, MD, CCFP
Kelly Haggerty, BSc.Pharm RPh, CTH, NCMP
Carlene Oleksyn, RPh, APA, CDE, BSP, CTH
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this continuing education program participants will be better able to:
- Describe common symptoms of menopause brain fog
- Differentiate between menopause brain fog, age-related cognitive decline and dementia
- Summarize therapeutic interventions for menopause brain fog
Accreditation
This self-learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 0.25 Mainpro+ credits.
Cert+ Program ID#: 203407
Cost of course:
Free
# of credits: 0.25
Duration: 15 min