Poll: Do you assess breast cancer risk in patients?
A recent study found that postmenopausal women may be at risk of developing breast cancer, and that this risk is tied to factors other than family history.
A recent study found that postmenopausal women may be at risk of developing breast cancer, and that this risk is tied to factors other than family history. The results are important given that only 3% of primary care providers stated they calculate Gail scores, and 76% reported they never calculate risk at all.
Low creatinine-to-cystatin C ratio linked to postmenopausal muscle loss
March 20th 2025A new study finds that postmenopausal women with a reduced creatinine-to-cystatin C ratio experience decreased muscle volume and slower walking speed, highlighting its role as a potential biomarker for muscle health.
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Intentional weight loss linked to lower mortality in postmenopausal women
March 11th 2025A recent study shows that intentional weight loss significantly lowers all-cause, cancer, and cardiovascular mortality risks among postmenopausal women, highlighting the importance of targeted weight management.
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