Karan Babbar’s Post

PREMATURE MENOPAUSE EMERGING AS SIGNIFICANT PUBLIC HEALTH CONCERN IN INDIA A study has found that the proportion of women experiencing premature menopause is on the rise in India, particularly in the age groups of 30–39 years, and also particularly those with lower socioeconomic backgrounds. The study throws up interesting findings. Various sociodemographic factors, including educational background, financial status, caste, religion, and rural vs. urban regions, were considered in the analysis. KEY POINTS TO NOTE: 1. The findings revealed a seven-times higher prevalence of premature menopause in women with the lowest educational background compared to women with the highest educational background. 2. Surgical menopause or hysterectomy was identified as the primary contributing factor to what the study observed as disparities in menopause prevalence due to education. The researchers, Karan Babbar, Vanita Singh and M. Sivakami wrote that their finding "warrants further exploration" as they would expect women from lower socioeconomic background would have limited access to surgical care. "This perhaps indicates a lack of awareness, lack of alternative treatment options, and over-reliance on surgical care while neglecting conservative management," wrote Babbar, Singh and Sivakami. IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS: 1. The researchers call for the need to address the diverse needs of the increasing number of women in their post-menopause phase and to focus on conservative treatment options for these women instead of presenting surgical menopause as the only option. 2. The onus of making improvements and changes would largely fall on the public health system. #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #women #health #healthcare #publichealth https://lnkd.in/gvQdJnua

*Lack of Education Linked to High Rates of Unnecessary Hysterectomies in India, New Study Reveals* A recent study published in Scientific Reports uncovers a concerning link between education levels and the prevalence of premature menopause among Indian women. The findings show a significant decrease in premature menopause rates as education levels rise: 6.8% in women with no education, 4.4% with primary education, 2.9% with secondary education, and just 0.9% among women with higher education. Alarmingly, among the least educated women, hysterectomies account for 73% of the seven-fold higher prevalence of premature menopause. The lack of awareness and access to alternative treatments is putting these women at greater risk for complications like bone and joint disorders, diabetes, and high cholesterol. This study highlights the critical need for *better education and healthcare options* and better doctor education to prevent unnecessary hysterectomies and protect women’s long-term health. https://lnkd.in/d9ha3iyT #prematuremenopause #menopause

Final reminder: Women’s Health Hubs on International Women’s Day Improving women’s health is a big focus for ICBs. Menopause is often a high priority for and menopause is one of the most popular group clinic applications. Furthermore, recent Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance states that If menopause symptoms have a long-term and substantial impact on a woman’s ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities, these symptoms could be considered a disability.   Our next Lunch and Learn webinar is scheduled on International Women’s Day and shares how Women’s Health Hubs aim to improve quality and access and address one of their major priorities – menopause. We also hear how menopause group clinics in primary care support this work.     Lunch and learn webinar: FRIDAY 08 MARCH 12.30 – 13.30  Women’s health hubs: improving quality and access through group clinics   Join us on International Women’s Day Friday 08 March to explore how women’s health hubs are working to improve access and quality and how menopause group clinics delivered in primary care support this aspiration   Understand the Women’s Health Hub agenda and the priority pathways that Women’s Health Hubs are working to improve. Hear from Dr Elly Lesser how she led the introduction of menopause group clinics as part of her New to Practice Fellowship, and how group clinics have impacted on quality and access.    BOOK WEBINAR PLACES FOR FRIDAY 08 MARCH 12.30-13.30 HERE:  https://lnkd.in/gxZcTiYx   Maximising QOF through group clinics: watch the webinar recording https://lnkd.in/gnKDqggs

Two years ago, Swarnima Bhattacharya and I co-authored an opinion piece for #MenopauseDay. Alright, Menopause Day was yesterday in India, but it's still "a day" in some time zones, so that's my reason for posting this as a TL;DR (don’t Google it; it means "Too Long; Didn’t Read") version. 1. Traditionally, women’s health has gained attention mainly during pregnancy and childbirth, leaving menopause and its challenges shrouded in silence. 2. The stigma surrounding menopause, compounded by ageism, can prevent women from accessing the care and support they need during this critical life transition. 3. We must advocate for better policies, leveraging existing frameworks to gather essential data on women’s health post-fertility. 4. Medical professionals should receive training to address the unique medical and emotional needs of women during menopause. 5. Menopause must be integrated into sexual and reproductive health programs to enhance care in both urban and rural settings. 6. With women over 40 forming a vital part of the workforce, it's crucial to acknowledge menopause as part of workplace health initiatives.  #MenopauseDay #WomensHealth #BreakTheSilence Link to our article: https://lnkd.in/gh9Zia6X

An online survey of postmenopausal women shows the dearth of education on menopause among women and healthcare professionals often leads to women entering this significant life stage unprepared and unsupported. To address this issue, it is imperative that both women and medical practitioners receive comprehensive information about menopause. Additionally, the prevailing negative perceptions surrounding menopause must be challenged to foster a more normalized and hopeful outlook among postmenopausal women. #womenshealth #menopause

October is menopause awareness month, an initiative to increase understanding of menopause and its impact on women’s health. Menopause is a natural process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years and fertility. Perimenopause means “around menopause” and marks the time during which the ovaries gradually stop working, leading to menopause. Usually associated with women in their 50s, perimenopausal symptoms can start as early as 40 years of age, and, in rare cases, even younger. Find out more about menopause here: https://lnkd.in/eamJTiNx

Despite endometriosis being the second most common gynae condition there have been few studies to date that have looked at the link with early natural menopause. We take a look at potentially life changing research for women suffering endometriosis. #endometriosisawarenessmonth #endometriosis #endometriosisawareness #endometriosissupport #endometriosisuk

On matters of reproductive health, here is a powerful article on menopause and everything in between. https://lnkd.in/dEsCrmWr

Empowering Women's Health with Dr. Sophia Yen Did you know that one in five women going through menopause have considered dropping out of work or foregoing promotion? It's time to change that narrative. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Sophia Yen, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Pandia Health, a company revolutionizing access to women's health care. 🌟 Episode Highlights: • Dr. Yen's jounrey in founding the only woman-founded, woman-led, and doctor-led birth control delivery service. • How Pandia Health provides birth control prescriptions and free delivery, making reproductive health care more accessible than ever. • The expansion of Pandia Health's services to include treatments for menopause and acne. 🎧 What We Talk About: • Breaking barriers as a female founder in the medical realm (04:46) • Getting through to male investors in the venture capitalist world (08:37) • Using the birth control model to inform menopause treatment (12:01) • Birth control and hormone replacement tourism for those outside coverage areas (19:21) • How Pandia Health tailors their treatments using AI (22:09) Tune in now to hear Dr. Yen's insights on empowering women's health, the importance of investing in women's health companies, and the impact of easy access to birth control and menopause care. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gpSfZfmq #Podcast #WomensHealth #BirthControl #MenopauseCare #DrSophiaYen #PandiaHealth #ReproductiveRights #HormonalHealth #HealthcareInnovation #EmpoweringWomen #FemaleFounders #AIinHealthcare #MedicalEntrepreneurship #HotFlashes #HormoneTherapy #AccessibleHealthcare #HealthTech #InvestInWomen #WomenInMedicine #PersonalizedCare Sophia Yen, MD, MPH Entreprenista

A groundbreaking study covered by National Geographic reveals that slow-aging ovaries can delay menopause and boost brain and heart health. This finding has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of aging and women's health. Key takeaways: 🔹 Delaying menopause could extend women's reproductive years and improve overall quality of life. 🔹 Improved brain and heart health are significant benefits, possibly reducing the risk of age-related diseases. 🔹 This research opens new avenues for treatments and therapies that can enhance longevity and well-being. Read more about this fascinating discovery and its implications for the future of healthcare https://lnkd.in/guUPkiAA Let's continue to support and invest in innovative research that empowers women to lead healthier, longer lives! 💪🧬💖 #WomensHealth #Menopause #Longevity #HealthInnovation #NationalGeographic