For many women, the fear of starting hormone therapy is very real. And understandably so—after the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study made headlines in 2002, the message many women heard was simply: “Hormones cause breast cancer.”
But the WHI story is more complicated than that.
When the data were looked at more closely, researchers found that the results differed depending on which hormones were used, the combination, and the individual woman.
Today, we understand that hormone therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision. Proper screening, individual risk assessment, the right hormone, dose, route, and ongoing monitoring all matter.
So if you’ve been afraid of hormones, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to ignore that fear. Ask questions. Get the facts. Know your individual risk. We are happy to discuss these concerns with you and help you make an informed decision for what is best for you and your body.
This October, let’s replace fear with informed conversations and personalized care.
