Because we don't have good evidence of how to prevent colorectal cancer, the importance of early detection through regular screenings should be emphasized for both women and men from age 50 onward.

This shows that you can't rely on using low-fat substitutes to make a difference. You really need to think about what kinds of fats you're eating and the foods that should be part of your diet, such as vegetables, for instance.

You may be able to get enough calcium and Vitamin D through the foods you eat.

The media like to boil down a complicated thing to a sound bite. It's been frustrating for us and confusing for women.

I think the WHI findings make it absolutely clear that nobody should be encouraging women to take hormones for the purpose of primary prevention of heart disease.

That's really a deceptive message. It confuses the public, and at this point it is just not helpful to add confusion. We tested that hypothesis and showed very clearly that one should not take hormones to prevent cardiovascular disease. Some people just don't want to accept that.