Magnitude and attributed reasons for adult weight gain amongst women at increased risk of breast cancer

Abstract Background Excess weight (BMI ≥25.0 kg/m2) and weight gain during adult life increase the risk of postmenopausal breast cancer in women who are already at increased risk of the disease. Reasons for weight gain in this population can inform strategies for weight gain prevention. Methods Base...

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Main Authors: Mary Pegington, Elaine F. Harkness, Anthony Howell, D. Gareth Evans, Michelle Harvie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-11-01
Series:BMC Women's Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-022-02037-w