VIJETHA IAS ACADEMY Case Study 1: Title: Early Menarche and Late Menopause Associated with Increased Risk of Breast Cancer Source: Journal of the National Cancer Institute, October 11, 2023 Topic : menarche, menopause, and fertility: Summary: A new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute found that women who experience early menarche (before age 12) and late menopause (after age 55) have dui increased tisk of developing breust canver. The study, which followed over 100,000 wore for more than 20 years, found that women who experienced early menarche were at a 15% increased risk of breast cancer, while women who experienced Inte menopause were at a 26% increased risk. The researchers believe that the increased risk of breast cancer in these women may be due to the longer exposure to estrogen hormones, Case Study 2: Title: Menopause Symptoms Associated with Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Lopic : menarche, menopause, and fertility: Source: Journal of the American Heart Association, September 27, 2023 ‘Summary: A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that ‘women who experience menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep disturbances, are at an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Ihe study, which followed over 100,000 women for more than 15 years, found that women who reported having menopause symptoms were at a 20% increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure. ‘The researchers believe that the increased risk of cardiovascular disease in these women may be due to the changes in hormones that oecur during menopause. ‘Add.: 7/50, Il" Floor, Near Roop Vatika, Shankar Road, Old Rajinder Nagar, New D © 011-42473555, 7678508541 © © 9650852636