Early menopause may raise lifetime heart disease risk by 40% - Study
A study published in JAMA Cardiology indicates that women who experience menopause before age 40 have a 40% higher lifetime risk of coronary heart disease. Researchers suggest the early loss of estrogen may be a primary driver of this increased cardiovascular risk.
Why it matters
This research underscores the importance of monitoring heart health in women who experience premature menopause.
Add as a preferred source Women who experience menopause before the age of 40 may face a significantly higher lifetime risk of developing heart disease, according to a new study.
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