HRT and breast cancer
HRT and breast cancer The risk of breast cancer is many women’s main concern when they’re considering taking HRT. This is mainly due to a 2002 study by the Women’s Health Initiative that claimed HRT was associated with an increased risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular disease. Fortunately this study has since been re-examined, and…
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Menopause and cancer Download this information as a PDF What is the menopause? Although most women will go through their menopause naturally, certain treatments for cancer can trigger an early menopause. Going through an early menopause, as a result of cancer treatment, can be distressing; you may feel isolated and confused about the changes. The…
Read MoreFamily history of breast cancer: Should I take HRT?
Family history of breast cancer: Should I take HRT? This factsheet is for you if you have a family history of breast cancer and are wondering whether HRT poses any particular risks for you. If you would like to know more about your personal risk of inheriting breast cancer because you have a family history,…
Read MoreYoung onset dementia and menopause
Young onset dementia and menopause The Menopause Charity is delighted to have partnered with Dementia UK, the specialist dementia nurse charity, to raise awareness of symptoms associated with menopause and/or dementia to improve health outcomes for women. Download our leaflet As part of this, we supported Dementia UK, to release a brand-new resource that provides…
Read MoreLet’s talk about bone health
Let’s talk about bone health Dr Abbie Laing There is a lot in the news at the moment about ‘Osteoporosis Awareness’ so now feels like a really good time to talk about bone health. When talking about osteoporosis I find it helpful to describe it using the concept of chocolate. Healthy bone has a honeycombed…
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Sickle Cell and Menopause If you suspect that you’re perimenopausal or menopausal, and your symptoms have started to interfere with your quality of life, it’s a good idea to make an appointment to see your doctor or a healthcare professional who specialises in the menopause. What is Sickle Cell Disease? Sickle cell disease is the…
Read MoreEasy read menopause information in English and Welsh
Easy Read Menopause Information in English and Welsh The Menopause Charity has teamed up with Learning Disability Wales to launch a series of free easy read booklets about menopause. These four free booklets are available in English and Welsh, and ensure menopause health information is accessible. The guides have been produced thanks to Easy Read…
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