Observational analysis identifies traditional and nontraditional risk factors impacting cardiovascular health in women, highlighting social determinants and physiological changes.
Key Points
Cardiovascular health declines during menopause transition, with increased risk of hypertension and diabetes.
Key evidence shows the link between declining estrogen levels and risk factors such as dyslipidemia and obesity.
Assessment of social determinants of health is vital for identifying risks during menopause transition.
Addressing social needs may reduce inequities in women's cardiovascular health outcomes post-menopause.