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HRT does not increase dementia risk in women, review finds

January 17, 2026

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HRT for menopause does not increase or decrease dementia risk, a study has found. Image credit: Peter Dazeley/Getty Images

There are several possible reasons as to why women are more likely to develop dementia, including a decrease of estrogen which may lead to brain issues.
Some women take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to treat…

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