For Women Like Actress Naomi Watts, Early Menopause Is Linked To Increased Cancer Risk, Important New Study Finds

At 36 years old, British actress Naomi Watts experienced symptoms of early menopause [menopause that occurs before a woman turns 45]. Now, as Watts is 55 and spreading awareness for perimenopause, new research presented this week suggests women who are affected by menopause prior to turning 40 are at a heightened risk for developing breast and ovarian cancer.