The Truth About Hormones

What if everything you’ve heard about hormones—and menopause—is only part of the story? 

In this premiere episode of Mount Sinai Health System’s HERology podcast, Drs. Joanne Stone, Anna Barbieri, and Leslee Shaw unpack the real science behind hormones and how they impact your brain, heart, metabolism, and everyday health. 

From debunking myths about hormone therapy to explaining why menopause has been historically misunderstood, this episode sets the stage for a new kind of conversation—one that puts women’s health front and center. 

HERology from Mount Sinai Health System is here to connect the dots—and help you advocate for your own health.  

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