Global Study Reveals Major Health Changes in Menopause
What: Withings tracked health metrics from 1M users and found menopause correlates with insomnia, weight gain, and increased blood pressure.
Key Line: “Menopause is a pivotal but under-researched stage of a woman’s life… Ongoing research offers a unique opportunity to track and personalize care.”
Source: Withings
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