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The Effects of Long-Term Hormone Therapy for Midlife Women
Learn when and how to stop hormone therapy, the real risks and benefits, and what research shows about menopause, aging, and long-term health.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Nanette Santoro to discuss how long women can safely use hormone therapy and how to approach tapering off. We explore how age, duration, and hormone type affect risk, what the Women’s Health Initiative and SWAN studies have taught us, and why the menopause transition is a critical time for cardiovascular and metabolic health. We also talk about treating symptoms and staying proactive with preventive care.
Dr. Nanette…
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