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US estrogen supply crunch widens as women seek alternatives to scarce patches

Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
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With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.

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Reporter · Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 12:30 PM · 1 min read
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US estrogen supply crunch widens as women seek alternatives to scarce patches — Decatur Community news

Women in the U.S. struggling to find hormone replacement treatments to manage menopause symptoms are facing shortages beyond estrogen patches amid surging demand, with some injectable and vaginal estrogen products also in short supply.

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