Women using HRT at lower risk of dementia, study suggests
A new study suggests that women using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may have a lower risk of dementia.
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A study has suggested that women using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may have a lower risk of dementia. The Guardian was first to report the study's findings. The Telegraph and The Times added that the risk reduction is by a quarter when HRT is taken in midlife.
The Independent published two articles, both emphasizing the timing of HRT initiation. The Telegraph and The Times both specified the timing as midlife. The Independent and The Guardian did not specify the timing.
The study's findings are the current state of reporting.
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Who reported it (8)
- This is when women should start HRT to reduce risk of dementia The Independent · 2d ago
- Scientists pinpoint when women should start HRT to cut dementia risk The Independent · 2d ago
- Taking HRT in midlife cuts dementia risk by a quarter, study suggests The Telegraph · 2d ago
- Taking HRT for the menopause could cut risk of dementia The Times · 2d ago
- Women using HRT at lower risk of dementia, study suggests The Guardian · 2d ago
- Hormone Therapy Might Lower Dementia Risk Among Women U.S. News & World Report · 2d ago
- Those Hot-Flash Patches Could Help Your Brain, Too Newser · 2d ago
- This common drug could reduce dementia risks in a huge number of women, large study finds. Here's how Countryfile.com · 2d ago
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What is HRT?
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment used to relieve symptoms of the menopause. It involves taking hormones to replace those that the body no longer produces after the menopause.
What does the study suggest?
The study suggests that women using HRT may have a lower risk of dementia.
When should women start HRT to reduce dementia risk?
The Telegraph and The Times both specified the timing as midlife. The Independent and The Guardian did not specify the timing.
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