Postmenopausal women are especially vulnerable to hypertension, which is a major cardiovascular risk factor. Women transitioning through or past the menopause transition are also more likely to report sleep disturbances (shorter sleep duration, trouble sleeping, or obstructive sleep apnea). A new study suggests sleep-related disorders in postmenopausal women may increase their risk of hypertension.
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