There's an ongoing global, and acute shortage of oestrogen patches - which has significant consequences for women in menopause
HRT - hormone replacement therapy - is on the rise with more and more women turning to oestrogen patches to alleviate the symptoms - and mitigate potential long-term health risks - of menopause
However, a worldwide shortage is meaning many New Zealand are having to ration or do without treatment
Niki Bezzant, science journalist and author - wrote about the issue in May. She speaks to Jesse about the problem.
Pharmacists have said trying to get hold of the two most popular HRT patches is like a lottery (file picture). Photo: BSIP via AFP
