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The end of menopause: would women be healthier and happier if they menstruated for ever?

Extending ovarian life could revolutionize women's health by delaying menopause and reducing associated health risks.

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

How the Olly CEO puts menopause front and center

Hanneke Willenborg emphasizes the need for better alternatives to antidepressants for menopause symptoms and launches a supportive product and company policy.

Oura's New Perimenopause Report Shows the Gap in Women's Health Research

Increasing awareness and understanding of menopause and perimenopause is essential for women's health.

Dream come true': study suggests drug could extend women's fertility by five years

Rapamycin study shows potential to extend women's fertility by delaying menopause and reducing age-related diseases.

How Do I Know If I'm Perimenopausal? Menopause Symptoms List + Self-Care Tips

Menopause is a natural aging process, but symptoms vary greatly among women.

The end of menopause: would women be healthier and happier if they menstruated for ever?

Extending ovarian life could revolutionize women's health by delaying menopause and reducing associated health risks.

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

How the Olly CEO puts menopause front and center

Hanneke Willenborg emphasizes the need for better alternatives to antidepressants for menopause symptoms and launches a supportive product and company policy.

Oura's New Perimenopause Report Shows the Gap in Women's Health Research

Increasing awareness and understanding of menopause and perimenopause is essential for women's health.

Dream come true': study suggests drug could extend women's fertility by five years

Rapamycin study shows potential to extend women's fertility by delaying menopause and reducing age-related diseases.

How Do I Know If I'm Perimenopausal? Menopause Symptoms List + Self-Care Tips

Menopause is a natural aging process, but symptoms vary greatly among women.
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Ask the doctor: I keep getting UTIs and I'm too embarrassed to go back to the doctor again

Recurrent UTIs are defined as two infections in six months or three in one year, often linked to low estrogen levels.
#mental-health

Dealing With Hot Flashes? Try Hypnosis

Clinical hypnosis significantly reduces hot flashes and menopause symptoms, offering a non-hormonal treatment option for women.

Hilarie Burton Makes Menopause, Periods & Puberty Family Conversations

Actress Hilarie Burton emphasizes the importance of openly discussing puberty, periods, and menopause with children to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

HRT for menopause does not impact life expectancy, health assessment body rules

HRT does not affect life expectancy, according to updated NICE guidance.

Menopause and autism: 'I've no doubt that there is a relationship between hormones and neurodivergence'

Clare McAfee's experience highlights the intersection of neurodiversity and menopause, showcasing the unique challenges faced by autistic individuals.

Perimenopausal women have 40% higher risk of depression, study suggests

Perimenopausal women have a 40% higher risk of depression compared to premenopausal women.

Menopause depression risk has been exaggerated - Harvard Gazette

Menopause does not universally increase risk of mental health issues.
Certain groups more vulnerable during menopause, influenced by factors like prior depression.

Dealing With Hot Flashes? Try Hypnosis

Clinical hypnosis significantly reduces hot flashes and menopause symptoms, offering a non-hormonal treatment option for women.

Hilarie Burton Makes Menopause, Periods & Puberty Family Conversations

Actress Hilarie Burton emphasizes the importance of openly discussing puberty, periods, and menopause with children to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

HRT for menopause does not impact life expectancy, health assessment body rules

HRT does not affect life expectancy, according to updated NICE guidance.

Menopause and autism: 'I've no doubt that there is a relationship between hormones and neurodivergence'

Clare McAfee's experience highlights the intersection of neurodiversity and menopause, showcasing the unique challenges faced by autistic individuals.

Perimenopausal women have 40% higher risk of depression, study suggests

Perimenopausal women have a 40% higher risk of depression compared to premenopausal women.

Menopause depression risk has been exaggerated - Harvard Gazette

Menopause does not universally increase risk of mental health issues.
Certain groups more vulnerable during menopause, influenced by factors like prior depression.
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#healthcare

A surprising number of millennial and Gen X workers are switching careers due to menopause

Menopause significantly impacts women's work performance and productivity, yet support from employers is minimal.

Menopause startup Alloy raises $16 million

Alloy, a menopause care startup, raised $16 million in funding, signaling increased investor interest in the menopause market.

A surprising number of millennial and Gen X workers are switching careers due to menopause

Menopause significantly impacts women's work performance and productivity, yet support from employers is minimal.

Menopause startup Alloy raises $16 million

Alloy, a menopause care startup, raised $16 million in funding, signaling increased investor interest in the menopause market.
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#sexuality

Sexopause': What happens to women's sexual desire during menopause

The portrayal of middle-aged women's sexuality is central to new film releases, reversing traditional narratives of older men with younger women.

This is how we do it: We haven't even tried to have sex for three years'

Long-term sexual relationships can decline in passion over time, especially after significant life changes.

Sexopause': What happens to women's sexual desire during menopause

The portrayal of middle-aged women's sexuality is central to new film releases, reversing traditional narratives of older men with younger women.

This is how we do it: We haven't even tried to have sex for three years'

Long-term sexual relationships can decline in passion over time, especially after significant life changes.
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#health

Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk

Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.

TV host Davina McCall diagnosed with 'very rare' brain tumor: 'Say a prayer for me'

Davina McCall disclosed her diagnosis of a rare benign brain tumor and is preparing for surgery to remove it.

The hot years: the truth about what happens during menopause and the best ways to get through it

Embrace menopause as a natural phase and prioritize health by understanding the science behind it.

Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk

Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.

TV host Davina McCall diagnosed with 'very rare' brain tumor: 'Say a prayer for me'

Davina McCall disclosed her diagnosis of a rare benign brain tumor and is preparing for surgery to remove it.

The hot years: the truth about what happens during menopause and the best ways to get through it

Embrace menopause as a natural phase and prioritize health by understanding the science behind it.
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#women-health

How to Exercise During Menopause

Exercise can help women adapt to challenges posed by menopause.
Hormonal changes during menopause require adjustments in fitness routines.
Strength training and mobility exercises become increasingly important post-menopause.

Navigating Anxiety in Perimenopause and Menopause

Anxiety during menopause stems from significant hormonal changes and feelings of loss of control, impacting women's mental and emotional well-being.

How Mary Claire Haver Became the Queen of Menopause

Menopause can be an empowering stage of life if women take proactive measures.

What Is "Menopause Belly"? An Expert Explains This Midlife Development

Menopause leads to physical changes, especially in the midsection, often termed 'menopause belly', causing both body shape shifts and gastrointestinal discomfort.

Revealed: The exact amount of sleep the average middle-aged woman gets

Women aged 40-60 average just 6 hours and 36 minutes of sleep, primarily due to menopause-related insomnia and symptoms, impacting their health and relationships.

More women are taking testosterone for mood, muscles, and sex drive. But is it safe?

Social media trends may mislead women about testosterone use, which has seen a nearly 50% increase in recent years as a treatment for low hormones.

How to Exercise During Menopause

Exercise can help women adapt to challenges posed by menopause.
Hormonal changes during menopause require adjustments in fitness routines.
Strength training and mobility exercises become increasingly important post-menopause.

Navigating Anxiety in Perimenopause and Menopause

Anxiety during menopause stems from significant hormonal changes and feelings of loss of control, impacting women's mental and emotional well-being.

How Mary Claire Haver Became the Queen of Menopause

Menopause can be an empowering stage of life if women take proactive measures.

What Is "Menopause Belly"? An Expert Explains This Midlife Development

Menopause leads to physical changes, especially in the midsection, often termed 'menopause belly', causing both body shape shifts and gastrointestinal discomfort.

Revealed: The exact amount of sleep the average middle-aged woman gets

Women aged 40-60 average just 6 hours and 36 minutes of sleep, primarily due to menopause-related insomnia and symptoms, impacting their health and relationships.

More women are taking testosterone for mood, muscles, and sex drive. But is it safe?

Social media trends may mislead women about testosterone use, which has seen a nearly 50% increase in recent years as a treatment for low hormones.
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#evolution

The science of menopause in 13 minutes

Menopause could benefit species survival by allowing women to share knowledge and resources, aligning with the wise woman hypothesis.

Menopause explains female whales' longevity

Female whales exhibit menopause, similar to humans, and live well beyond their reproductive years.
Menopause in whales is linked to caring for younger generations and extends their lifespan by about 40 years.

The science of menopause in 13 minutes

Menopause could benefit species survival by allowing women to share knowledge and resources, aligning with the wise woman hypothesis.

Menopause explains female whales' longevity

Female whales exhibit menopause, similar to humans, and live well beyond their reproductive years.
Menopause in whales is linked to caring for younger generations and extends their lifespan by about 40 years.
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#perimenopause

Is Masturbation The Secret To Perimenopause & Menopause Relief? OB-GYNs Weigh In

Masturbation can provide relief from menopause symptoms by releasing feel-good hormones and promoting relaxation.

Can menopause be fun and sexy? Yes, according to Miranda July | Zoe Williams

The article discusses the societal overcorrection in discussing menopause and the impact of narratives on women's experiences during this phase of life.

Hot flashes, brain fog, frisky older women and Dr. Ruth: A chat with a sexual health expert

Menopause education is crucial; understanding perimenopause and hormone therapy improves sexual health and intimacy as individuals age.

Is Masturbation The Secret To Perimenopause & Menopause Relief? OB-GYNs Weigh In

Masturbation can provide relief from menopause symptoms by releasing feel-good hormones and promoting relaxation.

Can menopause be fun and sexy? Yes, according to Miranda July | Zoe Williams

The article discusses the societal overcorrection in discussing menopause and the impact of narratives on women's experiences during this phase of life.

Hot flashes, brain fog, frisky older women and Dr. Ruth: A chat with a sexual health expert

Menopause education is crucial; understanding perimenopause and hormone therapy improves sexual health and intimacy as individuals age.
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Way cleared to give free HRT to women prescribed the treatment from January, says Stephen Donnelly

The Health Insurance Amendment Bill enabling state-funded HRT signifies a major advancement in women's healthcare in Ireland.
#women-empowerment

Menopause Is a Pretty Damn Fine Stage of Life | The Walrus

Menopause represents a significant period of liberation for women, allowing them to focus on personal growth and interests after their reproductive capacity ends.

Naomi Watts' fight against menopause taboos

Naomi Watts is addressing the stigma of menopause through her upcoming book and beauty brand, focusing on empowering women about their health.

Menopause could be the wellness industry's new gold rush but experts say the products may just be hype | CBC News

Menopause is becoming a focal point for the wellness industry, but many marketed products lack effectiveness and could be harmful.

Perimenopause is no fun alone so why not have a party? | Nina Lansbury

Pushing past taboos enables important dialogues among women about aging and menopause.

Menopause Is a Pretty Damn Fine Stage of Life | The Walrus

Menopause represents a significant period of liberation for women, allowing them to focus on personal growth and interests after their reproductive capacity ends.

Naomi Watts' fight against menopause taboos

Naomi Watts is addressing the stigma of menopause through her upcoming book and beauty brand, focusing on empowering women about their health.

Menopause could be the wellness industry's new gold rush but experts say the products may just be hype | CBC News

Menopause is becoming a focal point for the wellness industry, but many marketed products lack effectiveness and could be harmful.

Perimenopause is no fun alone so why not have a party? | Nina Lansbury

Pushing past taboos enables important dialogues among women about aging and menopause.
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Is It Me, Or Is It Menopause?

Menopause can significantly impact decision-making and self-identity, leading to choices that may not reflect one's true self.

Another Menopause Treatment Option

Rebalance Health offers a non-hormonal, herbal alternative to hormone replacement therapy for menopause symptoms.
#osteoporosis

Bone-building drug coming for post-menopause women

Tens of thousands of menopausal women may benefit from new bone-strengthening drug Abaloparatide to prevent osteoporosis, available on the NHS in England soon.

At 58, I have the spine of an 80-year-old. Navigating osteoporosis has been difficult and expensive

Early DEXA scans can reveal serious health issues like osteoporosis, which increases fracture risk and complicates recovery from injuries.

Bone-building drug coming for post-menopause women

Tens of thousands of menopausal women may benefit from new bone-strengthening drug Abaloparatide to prevent osteoporosis, available on the NHS in England soon.

At 58, I have the spine of an 80-year-old. Navigating osteoporosis has been difficult and expensive

Early DEXA scans can reveal serious health issues like osteoporosis, which increases fracture risk and complicates recovery from injuries.
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#aging

The Substance review Demi Moore is fearless in visceral feminist body horror

Coralie Fargeat's 'The Substance' redefines horror by focusing on women's emotional struggles post-50, challenging societal norms around aging and femininity.

How Do I Dress for My Menopause Belly and Mood?

Menopause affects both psychological and physical aspects universally.
Clothing plays a crucial role in navigating menopause by impacting how individuals feel about themselves.

The Substance review Demi Moore is fearless in visceral feminist body horror

Coralie Fargeat's 'The Substance' redefines horror by focusing on women's emotional struggles post-50, challenging societal norms around aging and femininity.

How Do I Dress for My Menopause Belly and Mood?

Menopause affects both psychological and physical aspects universally.
Clothing plays a crucial role in navigating menopause by impacting how individuals feel about themselves.
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#depression

Midlife left me asking what was the point of me? But then everything changed, again | Ros Reines

Menopause can trigger profound personal transformation, despite initial losses and depression.

Talking therapies could help women through menopause, study finds

Talking therapies like CBT and MBI can help women manage menopause symptoms and improve quality of life.
Research suggests a clear link between physical and psychological menopause symptoms, with therapies like CBT and MBI showing positive effects on anxiety and depression.

Midlife left me asking what was the point of me? But then everything changed, again | Ros Reines

Menopause can trigger profound personal transformation, despite initial losses and depression.

Talking therapies could help women through menopause, study finds

Talking therapies like CBT and MBI can help women manage menopause symptoms and improve quality of life.
Research suggests a clear link between physical and psychological menopause symptoms, with therapies like CBT and MBI showing positive effects on anxiety and depression.
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#hormonal-changes

5 Unexpected Signs Of Menopause That Aren't Hot Flashes

Menopause impacts the body beyond hot flashes, affecting energy levels and overall well-being due to hormonal changes.

Many women struggle to lose belly fat in middle age. Here's some expert help

Menopausal weight gain, particularly around the belly, is primarily influenced by hormonal changes, leading to increased health risks.

Neurology professor Lisa Mosconi: Menopause is a renovation project on the brain'

Menopause impacts the brain due to a decline in estrogen. Lisa Mosconi's book explores the neurological symptoms and brain-inclusive care for menopause.
Common brain symptoms during menopause include sleep issues, mood changes, low energy, and cognitive problems, occurring most intensely during late perimenopause and early postmenopause.

5 Unexpected Signs Of Menopause That Aren't Hot Flashes

Menopause impacts the body beyond hot flashes, affecting energy levels and overall well-being due to hormonal changes.

Many women struggle to lose belly fat in middle age. Here's some expert help

Menopausal weight gain, particularly around the belly, is primarily influenced by hormonal changes, leading to increased health risks.

Neurology professor Lisa Mosconi: Menopause is a renovation project on the brain'

Menopause impacts the brain due to a decline in estrogen. Lisa Mosconi's book explores the neurological symptoms and brain-inclusive care for menopause.
Common brain symptoms during menopause include sleep issues, mood changes, low energy, and cognitive problems, occurring most intensely during late perimenopause and early postmenopause.
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#employee-well-being

What Could a Menopause-Friendly Workplace Look Like?

Employers are urged to support women experiencing menopause in the workplace through targeted policies and practices.

How Companies Can Support Employees Experiencing Menopause

Demographic change is driving the need for organizations to adapt their policies and benefits to support employees of all ages.
Supporting employees in menopause can reduce workforce burden and improve the bottom line.

What Could a Menopause-Friendly Workplace Look Like?

Employers are urged to support women experiencing menopause in the workplace through targeted policies and practices.

How Companies Can Support Employees Experiencing Menopause

Demographic change is driving the need for organizations to adapt their policies and benefits to support employees of all ages.
Supporting employees in menopause can reduce workforce burden and improve the bottom line.
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Thinning Hair Sucks. Here's a Quick and Simple Fix That Helped Me.

Many women experience hair loss during menopause, making effective solutions crucial.
Temporary root concealers can help manage hair loss and camouflage gray hair easily.

This is how we do it: I suggested inviting another person, but we settled on a couples tantric massage'

Communication and sexual compatibility are essential in a relationship, especially when dealing with changes like menopause.

In Unsurprising News, More Weird J.D. Vance Comments About Women Have Come To Light

J.D. Vance's remarks on the role of post-menopausal women minimize their contributions and reflect outdated and incorrect stereotypes about gender roles.

Menopausal Women Are Worried About How Project 2025 Could Effect Us, Too

Online menopause forums provide valuable community support for individuals facing medically-induced menopause and related health challenges.
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4 months ago

Why Is It So Hard To Find A Doctor Who Understands Perimenopause?!

Many doctors receive minimal training in menopause, leading to patients feeling uncertain and turning to online resources for information.
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4 months ago

'Menopause must be treated fairly for women at work'

Menopausal women face unfair treatment in the workplace; research aims to address mental health impact and support needed.

'It's about knowing your body' - VHI women's health expert offers advice for exercise in all life stages ahead of mini marathon

Understanding individuality in adapting exercise routines based on menstrual cycle and postpartum recovery.
#symptom-management

Pills or patches, sprays or gels everything you need to know about HRT

HRT has undergone an image change with high-profile campaigners stressing its benefits for managing menopausal symptoms.

What if HRT isn't right for me? And is cold-water swimming really the answer to everything? Your menopause questions answered

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions can significantly improve anxiety and depression in women going through menopause.
Holistic approaches, including physical activity, caffeine restriction, and alcohol limitation, can help improve sleep during menopause.

Pills or patches, sprays or gels everything you need to know about HRT

HRT has undergone an image change with high-profile campaigners stressing its benefits for managing menopausal symptoms.

What if HRT isn't right for me? And is cold-water swimming really the answer to everything? Your menopause questions answered

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions can significantly improve anxiety and depression in women going through menopause.
Holistic approaches, including physical activity, caffeine restriction, and alcohol limitation, can help improve sleep during menopause.
moresymptom-management

A Grand Experiment in Human Reproduction

If women continue to have children later in life, menopause could potentially be delayed or even disappear in the far future.

I'm in Menopause!' Halle Berry Seeks to End a Stigma and Win Funding

Menopause research and education funding advocated by Halle Berry and bipartisan senators.

Nocturnal Hot Flashes and Alzheimer's Risk

Nighttime vasomotor symptoms (VMS) during menopause may indicate a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, highlighting the potential link between VMS and brain health.
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Black menopausal women almost 5 times less likely to be on HRT than white women

Black menopausal women are significantly less likely to be on hormone replacement therapy compared to white women.

Menopausal women struggling to find HRT implants despite government U-turn

The government initially blocked the distribution of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) implants for menopausal women, causing significant distress and challenges to access this life-changing treatment.
Menopausal women are experiencing serious physical and mental health symptoms, with HRT implants providing consistent relief in comparison to other forms of HRT.

Black menopausal women almost 5 times less likely to be on HRT than white women

Black menopausal women are significantly less likely to be on hormone replacement therapy compared to white women.

Menopausal women struggling to find HRT implants despite government U-turn

The government initially blocked the distribution of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) implants for menopausal women, causing significant distress and challenges to access this life-changing treatment.
Menopausal women are experiencing serious physical and mental health symptoms, with HRT implants providing consistent relief in comparison to other forms of HRT.
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Why Do Whales Go Through Menopause?

Menopause is rare in species other than whales and humans.
Menopause in whales may have evolved to prevent resource conflicts between older and younger females.
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Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris wrote a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, shedding light on protagonist Vianne's backstory.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores themes of menopause, mind manipulation, and gender politics.

Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris is writing a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, titled Vianne, which will delve into the backstory of the protagonist.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores menopause and mind-manipulation abilities through the character Bernie Moon.

Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris wrote a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, shedding light on protagonist Vianne's backstory.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores themes of menopause, mind manipulation, and gender politics.

Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris is writing a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, titled Vianne, which will delve into the backstory of the protagonist.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores menopause and mind-manipulation abilities through the character Bernie Moon.
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#education

Menopause Is Finally Going Mainstream

Menopause is a commonly experienced but rarely discussed life stage that often leaves people uninformed about its symptoms and effects.
Menopause is gaining more attention in the medical and business worlds, with advancements in medication, workplace benefits, and the rise of menopause-focused startups.

Reimagining Your Mid-life Journey

Most limiting beliefs about midlife and menopause are subconscious and acquired from societal influences.
A fixed mindset can hinder one's ability to navigate menopause effectively and embrace change.

Menopause Is Finally Going Mainstream

Menopause is a commonly experienced but rarely discussed life stage that often leaves people uninformed about its symptoms and effects.
Menopause is gaining more attention in the medical and business worlds, with advancements in medication, workplace benefits, and the rise of menopause-focused startups.

Reimagining Your Mid-life Journey

Most limiting beliefs about midlife and menopause are subconscious and acquired from societal influences.
A fixed mindset can hinder one's ability to navigate menopause effectively and embrace change.
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Three things to know about your brain on menopause and how to navigate the changes

Menopause needs to be reframed as a neurological event not just a reproductive one.
Historically, there has been an underestimation of the menopause-brain connection due to ageism and sexism.

Cold-water swimming eases menopause and menstrual symptoms, study finds

Swimming in cold water can reduce symptoms of menopause, such as hot flushes and mood swings.
Cold-water swimming may provide an alternative solution for women struggling with menopause and encourage more women to take part in sports.

Women Over 50 Reveal What Sex Is Actually Like For Them After Menopause

Menopause can bring about changes in the sex life due to hormonal fluctuations and physical changes in the body.
Contrary to popular belief, women can continue to have a satisfying sex life after menopause.

First lady Jill Biden, Halle Berry stop at UIC to promote women's health research

First Lady Jill Biden visited the University of Illinois at Chicago to promote a White House initiative on women's health research.
Actress Halle Berry joined Biden to discuss the lack of investment in women's health research.
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