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It was a pleasure to take part in this short free webinar followed by Q&A organised by Sharmila recently. We discussed about natural menopause as a physiological transition and its impact on long term health. We also discussed that some individuals may have early, premature, medical or surgical menopause which can be different. We talked about lifestyle, non-hormonal and hormonal options for improving quality of life and protecting long-term health post menopause based on individual medical history and choice. Sharmila is passionate about providing help and support to individuals who need it during menopause transition through her community group MenopauseSupportCircle. Providing accurate scientific information based on facts to individuals (not based on cherry picking favourable reports or assumptions or personal opinion) is key. Where there is no evidence, it needs to be acknowledged so that individuals can decide their options and make a choice. https://lnkd.in/ewfNNDx3

Monica Christmas, MD, FACOG, MSCP, intends to make #menopause maintstream as the newly appointed associate medical director of The Menopause Society. In our interview, we discussed the following topics: ☑ There seems to be greater interest in menopause now more than ever. What has changed? ☑ What are some of the top issues in menopause care right now that need more attention or perhaps are the subject of the most misinformation? ☑ How do you hope to influence the future of menopause care in your new role? Read the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gj9MP-8m #WorldMenopauseDay #Womenintheworkplace #WomenInMedicine

Dr. Iliana Lega answers our burning questions about menopause. Why do some women have it early? How do surgeries like hysterectomies impact menopause? Learn more at Knix and Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health present The Walrus Talks #Menopause.

"Um, is this the place for a post like this?" Heck. yeah. 📉 The US Economy loses more than $26 billion annually due to menopause's impact on working women; $1.8 billion in lost workdays and $24.8 billion in direct medical expenditures (Mayo Clinic, 2023 study) 🥊 Menopause is the most challenging life stage for women in the workplace (Carrot Fertility, 2022 study). And the symptoms (hot flashes, fatigue, mood disorders, memory problems, etc.) can last for ten years! ❓ 73% of women don't treat their menopause symptoms (Bonafide Health, 2021 study) and unfortunately, most medical schools and residency programs don't provide education about menopause..."just 20% of ob-gyn residency programs provide any kind of menopause training. Mostly, the courses are elective. And nearly 80 percent of medical residents admit that they feel 'barely comfortable' discussing or treating menopause." (AARP, 2018 article) You might be saying "whoa, I had no idea". And you're in the overwhelming majority. What can you do? 📖 Educate yourself. Huberman Lab is a great podcast, period. This episode gives an good overview of menopause/perimenopause. 🔦 Shine a light on this. Listen. Talk. As david mcqueen said "this can be hella uncomfortable but I deem it necessary to sit in that discomfort." 👩💼 Get involved at work and see what you can do to make your workplace "menopause friendly". Sounds silly, right?!?! The British Parliament and British organizations like HSBC UK, Unilever UK and West Ham United are making this a reality widespread across the pond. 📲 Call your congressman and senator, leave a message and tell them you want more funding for menopause research. Only 0.03% of NIH Funding goes towards studying perimenopause/menopause, which spans 1/3 of a woman's life. I'm so appreciative of women leaders like Meg McKeen, Imogen Crump, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Mary Claire Haver, MD, Karen Tang, MD, MPH and so many others for talking about this.

📰 New Blog: Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause – Causes, Effects, and Relief Strategies 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCJnCjCp You may see patients experiencing joint and muscle pain during menopause, symptoms commonly linked to Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause. This often overlooked aspect of menopause can have a significant impact on a woman’s quality of life. 👩⚕️ In this article aimed at patients, Dr Dobrina Hull, our expert Rheumatology Consultant, explains how hormonal changes during menopause affect musculoskeletal health and discusses effective relief strategies. We encourage you to share this information with your patients and refer those who may benefit from Specialist care. For patient referrals or appointments with our Rheumatology Consultants: 📞 020 8949 9020 🌐 https://bit.ly/NVH_GPZone #GPInsights #MenopauseAwareness #MusculoskeletalSyndrome #HormonalHealth #Rheumatology #PatientCare #JointPain #MenopauseSymptoms #WomensHealth #PrivateHealthLondon #SurreyHealth #MenopauseSupport #ReferralPathway

Menopause Awareness Day 🌸 Today, we recognize Menopause Awareness Day, an important occasion to shed light on the experiences of women navigating this natural transition. At Urosphere we offer preclinical models that can provide valuable insights into menopause and its effects. Our models are designed to improve preclinical research, helping to better understand the physiological changes and develop effective solutions for women's health. Let’s work together to raise awareness and support one another during this pivotal stage of life. For more information on our #preclinicalmodels, feel free to reach out! #MenopauseAwarenessDay #WomensHealth #Support

A little reminder of the upcoming Opus Diagnostics event to support those transitioning into Menopause. Help yourself understand why you may be feeling so uncomfortable and what you can do to overcome it: https://lnkd.in/ercVeDFU #local #localevent #menopause #opusdiagnostics

🌸 October is Menopause Awareness Month 🌸 This month, we raise awareness and provide support around menopause, a significant phase in many women’s lives. In this insightful video, Dr Heather Currie MBE, Associate Specialist Gynaecologist at Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary and Trustee of the British Menopause Society, addresses key FAQs, including: ❓ What is menopause? ❓ At what age does it typically occur? ❓ How is menopause diagnosed? ❓ What are the common symptoms? ❓ How can these symptoms be managed? Watch the video to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6e3M48J #NCOR_UK #MenopauseAwareness #WomensHealth #MenopauseSupport #BritishMenopauseSociety National Council for Osteopathic Research

New blog post: My Personal Journey through Surgical Menopause … Going through surgical menopause is an experience that can shake the very core of one’s being. It’s a journey marked by profound physical and emotional challenges, leaving individuals feeling like strangers within their own bodies. … Read more: https://lnkd.in/evVbd2GH … #menopausesupport #surgicalmenopause #preventativehysterectomy #menopausewoos #menopausesucks

Strength training is a powerful tool for maintaining and improving bone health during menopause. As estrogen levels decline, the risk of bone loss increases, leading to a higher chance of developing osteoporosis. Incorporating regular strength training into your routine can help counteract this by stimulating bone growth, increasing bone density, and improving overall strength. To learn more about bone health during menopause, watch our previous Menopause Talk with Dr. Kristi DeSapri, a national leader in osteoporosis and menopause management: https://loom.ly/w8cwGHk #menopause #bonehealth #midlife #osteoporosis #strengthtraining #midlife #womenshealth #perimenopause