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Get ready to celebrate World Menopause Day on October 18 by showing your appreciation and support for women who are going through this life change. This special day was established in 2015 as an opportunity to raise awareness about menopausal health and the issues that surround it. By recognizing World Menopause Day, we can help to reduce stigma around this natural process of aging, and empower women everywhere.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Understanding Menopause</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, scholars first began to understand menopause as a natural biological process in a woman's life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1952</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of HRT</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), a treatment for menopausal symptoms, was introduced in the early 1950s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>WHI Study on HRT</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study revealed potential risks associated with long-term HRT, changing the medical community's approach to menopause treatment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Redefining Menopause</div><div class='timeline-text'>The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) and other organizations began to redefine menopause as a lifecycle event rather than a disease needing a cure.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First World Menopause Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Menopause Society (IMS) helped to establish the first World Menopause Day to raise awareness about menopausal health globally.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read books about menopause</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for books that focus on the positive aspects of menopause and the changes it brings. Knowledge is power and understanding what you are going through can make all the difference.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a support group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Reach out to local support groups or online networks dedicated to helping women understand and cope with menopause. It's a great way to find information and resources, as well as connect with others who are going through the same thing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take up yoga</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Yoga is an excellent way to decrease stress and tension as well as improve your overall health during menopause. There is a variety of yoga classes available, so find one that suits your level of experience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat nutritious foods</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Focus on eating fresh fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, nuts, and seeds to provide your body with the nutrients it needs during this time. Make sure to eat enough healthy fats too!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Indulge yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Treat yourself to something special for World Menopause Day; take a relaxing bath, get a massage, go for a walk in nature or just do something you enjoy. Celebrate this transitional time in your life!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raises Awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Menopause Day is an important day of awareness, which raises the public's knowledge and understanding about menopause, its effects on women's lives, and how to manage menopausal symptoms.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Education & Support</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The day provides an opportunity for healthcare professionals to educate both patients and themselves about the signs and symptoms of menopause and how best to treat them. It also offers a chance to create support networks between those who are going through it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Normalizes Menopause Conversation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In our society, talking about menopause or women's bodies isn't always encouraged. World Menopause Day encourages conversations around this subject and helps de-stigmatize the experience for many women by normalizing it in the eyes of society.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Menopause is Medically Defined as 12 Consecutive Months Without a Period</h3><p class='facts-text'>Unlike other reproductive transitions, menopause is not considered to officially occur until a woman has gone a full year without menstruating.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Average Age of Menopause is 51 Years Old</h3><p class='facts-text'>Menopause usually occurs between ages 45 and 55, with the average age being 51 in the United States. However, approximately 1% of women experience premature menopause before age 40.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Several Physical Changes Occur During Menopause</h3><p class='facts-text'>Beyond cessation of menstruation, other changes may include hot flashes, mood changes, dry skin or eyes, and sleep disruptions. Understanding these potential symptoms can help women manage their health during this natural transition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Menopause is Linked to Genetic Factors</h3><p class='facts-text'>The age a woman enters menopause is often similar to when her mother or sisters did. Other factors such as ethnicity, smoking, and certain medical treatments can also influence the timing.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Heart Disease Risk Increases After Menopause</h3><p class='facts-text'>Postmenopausal women are at an increased risk of developing heart disease due to the decrease in estrogen levels. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, and regular check-ups can help manage this risk.</p></div></div>
World Menopause Day is celebrated on October 18 every year. In 2024 World Menopause Day will occur on a Friday.
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