Menopause Myth Making: Separating Fact from Fantasy in Hormone Therapy The medical establishment's about face on menopause hormone therapy (MHT) has left many women – and clinicians alike – grappling with the sudden shift from caution to enthusiasm.
In 2002, a landmark study raised red flags about MHT's risks, prompting widespread concern among patients and healthcare providers.
By 2012, however, a reappraisal of the evidence revealed that the dangers were largely confined to older women.