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WHAT’S THE ALTERNATIVE?

For health reasons, choice or the fact that there's currently a shortage of the drugs in the UK, HRT is not for everyone. Despite this, research shows that when discussing symptoms of the menopause with a healthcare professional, only 28% of women receive any advice on how lifestyle choices could make them feel better.

‘Although HRT remains the first-line treatment for most women, it may not be an option for others,’ says Dr Louise Newson, GP and author of Menopause (£9.74,

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