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Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer Risk: What the Evidence Actually Says

Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer Risk: What the Evidence Actually Saysby: Dr. Meghan Tierney Published on: 17/02/2026

Family history doesn't rule out hormone therapy. Dr. Tierney breaks down the real breast cancer risk numbers, and why she takes MHT despite her mom's breast cancer history.

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Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer Risk: What the Evidence Actually Says