Knowledge is power! Finally, conversations are happening about menopause.
75 million women are in perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause in the U.S., with 6,000 more reaching menopause each day.
75% of women who seek medical care are left untreated.
38% of those in late perimenopause experience symptoms of depression.
80% of OB-GYN residents admit to being ill-prepared to discuss menopause.
Source: letstalkmenopause.org
In today's episode, Amy shares what she learned from the recent live event Menoposium by "Let's Talk Menopause".
She also shares another resource, Menoclarity, a group of experts who focus on sharing balanced information about menopause without hype or scare-mongering.
Resources:
Menopause.org : North American Menopause Society (NAMS)
About Amy A. Palmer
As host and facilitator for The Modern Elderwoman podcast, Amy A. Palmer is dedicated to expanding and amplifying the voices of women over 45 who are living a “non-traditional” lifestyle (aka Blueprint Breakers!). After a lifelong struggle with feeling “outside” the societal norm and longing to live up to perceived expectations, Amy has found peace, acceptance and joy as she embarks on the Third Age of her life. Amy is originally from upstate New York, and currently considers herself nomadic with home bases in New York, New Jersey, Washington DC, and California. She left her successful corporate career early in 2022 and currently is freelancing as an Executive Contractor and sales specialist. Amy has a vast network of friends and colleagues with whom she enjoys travel and adventures and a close family including six niblings, the loves of her life!
Contact Amy at: amy@amyapalmer.com
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