News > Harvard-Apple study focuses on link between PCOS and heart health
Harvard-Apple study focuses on link between PCOS and heart health
02/03/2022 12:43 PM | Click to read full article
Women with abnormal periods, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) may be at risk of heart problems, according to a new study led by an Indian-American researcher at Harvard University in collaboration with tech giant Apple.
PCOS is characterised by long menstrual cycles, heavy periods as well as high hormonal imbalances that cause acne, excess facial or body hair, or scalp hair loss.