Everything Hormones

Dr. Ramsey Reacts to the New York Times' Menopause Article

Episode Summary

A recent New York Times article highlighted the growing conversation around menopause and hormone therapy, especially for women who have been told they cannot take estrogen because of breast cancer, blood clotting disorders, or other health conditions. In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey reads through the article and shares her perspective based on more than 30 years of clinical experience and hormone replacement therapy research. She discusses: • Why millions of women feel left out of the menopause conversation
 • Estrogen and breast cancer misconceptions
 • Blood clot concerns and bioidentical hormones
 • Why many women are told they cannot take hormones
 • Alternatives for hot flashes and menopause symptoms
 • Where mainstream recommendations differ from the research she follows Whether you are navigating menopause yourself or simply want to better understand today's conversation around hormone therapy, this episode offers another perspective on one of women's health's biggest topics. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts. Article mentioned: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/15/well/menopause-hormone-therapy-breast-cancer.html