Women who have an early menopause are unlikely to have a long term increased risk of hip fractures associated with menopausal bone density weakening, according to a new study from The Australian National University.

A study that includes twins finds that the risk of hip fracture was significantly increased following a diagnosis of cardiovascular disease (CVD), with analysis also suggesting a genetic predisposition to the development of CVD and fractures, according to a study in the October 21 issue of JAMA.

Stroke survivors have about twice the risk of breaking a hip or femur compared to those without stroke – and the risk is even greater for younger patients, women and those with recent strokes, Dutch researchers report in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association.