ESC Congress 2026 Abstract
Physical activity is linked to lower death risk after menopause
Higher moderate-to-vigorous activity was linked to about 15% lower all-cause mortality, against about 15% higher mortality for sedentary time, in postmenopausal women.Higher moderate-to-vigorous activity was linked to about 15% lower all-cause mortality, against about 15% higher mortality for sedentary time, in postmenopausal women.
Cohort studyMenopause
Who was studiedPostmenopausal women
What changedAll-cause mortality was ~15% lower with higher moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in postmenopausal women
The catchTwo of the three studies relied on self-reported questionnaires rather than activity monitors