For years, women have heard conflicting messages about hormone replacement therapy. A major new study involving more than 183,000 women suggests the answer may depend partly on when treatment begins.
For years, women have heard conflicting messages about hormone replacement therapy.
A major new study involving more than 183,000 women suggests the answer may depend partly on when treatment begins.
During that time, 3,948 women were diagnosed with dementia, including 1,993 cases of Alzheimer's disease.
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For years, women have heard conflicting messages about hormone replacement therapy. A major new study involving more than 183,000 women suggests the answer may depend partly on when treatment begins. During that time, 3,948 women were diagnosed with dementia, including 1,993 cases of Alzheimer's disease.
Risks depend on age, timing and medical history. Could hormone therapy also influence dementia risk?
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