When we talk about PCOS, the conversation often revolves around fertility struggles. While this is undoubtedly a major aspect, PCOS carries a range of long-term health risks, including endometrial cancer, diabetes and heart disease. By understanding these risks and taking proactive steps, you can help future-proof your health and lower the chances of complications as you age. Let’s dive deeper into some of the serious health risks associated with PCOS - and explore what you can do to reduce those risks.If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to share and leave a review! Links: PCOS Recovery Program - Starts April 23rd References: Chen W, Pang Y. Metabolic Syndrome and PCOS: Pathogenesis and the Role of Metabolites. Metabolites. 2021 Dec 14;11(12):869. doi: 10.3390/metabo11120869. PMID: 34940628; PMCID: PMC8709086. Diabetes Canada. (n.d.). Diabetes in Canada. Retrieved March 27, 2025, fromDiabetesdiabetes.ca/advocacy-policies/advocacy-reports/national-and-provincial-backgrounders/diabetes-in-canadaDiabetesdiabetes.ca/advocacy-policies/advocacy-reports/national-and-provincial-backgrounders/diabetes-in-canada Helena Teede et al. International Evidence-based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome 2023. Monash University. https://doi.org/10.26180/24003834.v1Johnson JE, Daley D, Tarta C, Stanciu PI. Risk of endometrial cancer in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome: A meta‑analysis. Oncol Lett. 2023 Mar 8;25(4):168. doi: 10.3892/ol.2023.13754. PMID: 36960190; PMCID: PMC10028221.

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