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What Modern Medicine Gets Wrong (with Marty Makary)

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Data-Driven Discourse is Crucial

The potential impact of misleading information on sensitive health issues, such as breast cancer, underscores the necessity for transparent communication and thorough evaluation of data. Premature claims can instigate widespread fear and create enduring damage to public trust. Regarding hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the majority of perimenopausal women stand to benefit if the therapy is initiated within ten years of menopause; delaying treatment leads to increased health risks, including cardiac events. Understanding the role of estrogen in vascular health, particularly its ability to enhance nitric oxide levels, is vital for utilizing HRT effectively, while acknowledging the specific contraindications for some individuals.

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