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What are HRT's hidden benefits?
Beyond easing common menopause symptoms like hot flushes, HRT offers significant long-term health advantages. As Prof Nick Panay and Dr Naomi Potter highlight, starting HRT around menopause or within 10 years can substantially reduce the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, strengthening bones and protecting cardiovascular health for years to come.
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