Study Links Social Disadvantage to Increased Health Risks for Women with Early Menopause

A large study in 'Menopause' found that cumulative social disadvantage, especially unemployment, significantly increases the risk of all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, and dementia in women with early natural menopause. These findings highlight the critical need for routine, comprehensive assessment of social determinants of health when managing women with premature or early menopause to address these amplified risks.