Physicians' College Issues Updated Guideline for Menopausal Hot Flashes

The American College of Physicians (ACP) has released a new clinical guideline for treating menopausal vasomotor symptoms, such as hot flashes. The guideline strongly recommends estrogen-based therapies as first-line, supported by high-certainty evidence, with serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors as second-line. This update provides clear, evidence-based recommendations for healthcare providers and patients.