Menopause Awareness Month

In collaboration with the World Health Organization, the International Menopause Society has made October World Menopause Awareness Month. October 18 is World Menopause Awareness Day. According to the IMS, the purpose of the day "is to raise awareness about the menopause as well as the support options available for improving your health and well-being."


Bone health is the theme of 2021. According to the IMS whitepaper, osteoporosis and related fractures are the most prevalent chronic metabolic bone disease. They account for 8.9 million global fractures each year. These fractures are associated with increased mortality and morbidity. IMS provides a leaflet for patients on bone health as well as an awareness poster.


When estrogen levels drop, menopause is when women stop having periods for 12 consecutive months. Perimenopause is the period leading up to menopause, which can last as long as 10 years. StatPearls reports that the median age for perimenopause is 51, with 5 percent experiencing it between 40 and 45. Hot flashes, genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (genital dryness and irritation, sexual dysfunction and issues, and mood swings) are some symptoms.

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October 18 is World Menopause Awareness Day

"World Menopause Awareness Month Day highlights the importance of women, their loved ones, and the medical community celebrating and prioritizing women's health and wellbeing as they age. It is also a great opportunity to raise awareness about the negative portrayal of menopause in the media," said Hadine Joffe MD, president of the North American Menopause Society and executive director at the Center for Women's Health and Gender Biology at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

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