This group has been a profound life changing support to me at a time of great need with my terrifying OP diagnosis 10 months ago. I would never have found my way alone to starting HT at 67 two months ago. I obtained an HT prescription from a well qualified women's health naturopath certified by N.A. Menopause society, and am really noticing the calming effects of it now. I feel safe with no history of breast cancer and recent coronary artery calcium test results. The naturopath said confidently that the Estradot patch and Progesterone would stop the progression of bone loss which I'm hoping will be enough to protect me along with correct diet, supplements and exercise as I have incredibly so far never fractured. I will do follow-up CTX, P1NP, DEXA with TBS and REMS scan. The benefits of HT far outweigh the risks for me. I only wish I had started it at age 62 when I was first diagnosed with OP to prevent progression from spine -2.8 to -3.5 four years later.