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Gen X Women Push Medicine to Finally Study Perimenopause
Acts of Kindness1h ago

Gen X Women Push Medicine to Finally Study Perimenopause

Millions of Gen X women are speaking up about perimenopause, exposing how modern medicine largely ignored this universal experience until the 1990s. Their voices are driving real change in research, training, and treatment options.

Upworthy2 min read
Why Perimenopause Brain Fog Happens—and How to Fix It
Health & WellnessApr 2

Why Perimenopause Brain Fog Happens—and How to Fix It

Women in their 40s and 50s experiencing memory lapses and mental fog aren't imagining it. New research confirms perimenopause affects brain function, but experts say simple lifestyle changes can make a real difference.

YourStory India2 min read
Philadelphia Requires Period and Menopause Accommodations
SolutionsMar 27

Philadelphia Requires Period and Menopause Accommodations

Starting January 2027, Philadelphia will require employers to provide reasonable accommodations for menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause symptoms. The groundbreaking ordinance follows Rhode Island's lead and sets a new standard for workplace protections.

Good Good Good3 min read
New Wearable Tracks Hot Flashes for 1.3M Women Yearly
Health & WellnessApr 2

New Wearable Tracks Hot Flashes for 1.3M Women Yearly

A groundbreaking device called Peri automatically monitors hot flashes and night sweats, helping women navigate perimenopause with data instead of guesswork. Backed by Ali Hewson after her own decade-long struggle to find relief, the wearable launches in the U.S. this week.

Fast Company - Innovation3 min read
Tamil Nadu Launches Menopause Care Policy for Millions
Health & Wellness5d ago

Tamil Nadu Launches Menopause Care Policy for Millions

Tamil Nadu becomes India's first state to create a dedicated healthcare policy for women going through perimenopause, offering screening, counseling, and treatment at local health centers. The announcement is part of a sweeping maternal and child health initiative helping millions across the state.

The Hindu3 min read
6 Strength Moves Women Should Master in Their 40s
Health & WellnessJul 2

6 Strength Moves Women Should Master in Their 40s

A fitness expert reveals the essential exercises that help women combat muscle loss, protect bone density, and build lasting strength during perimenopause and beyond. These moves take just minutes but create benefits that last decades.

Womens Health3 min read
Australia Invests $40M in Menopause Care for Women
Health & WellnessJun 26

Australia Invests $40M in Menopause Care for Women

Starting July 1, Australian women will have access to dedicated menopause and perimenopause care at 33 nationwide clinics. The $40 million federal investment addresses a health gap that's been forcing women out of the workforce and affecting their daily lives.

ABC Australia2 min read
Science Backs Two Menopause Supplements That Actually Work
Health & WellnessMay 3

Science Backs Two Menopause Supplements That Actually Work

After reviewing hundreds of studies, experts confirm magnesium and creatine show real evidence for easing menopause symptoms. Millions of women can now make informed choices beyond the social media hype.

Google News - Health2 min read
Apple Watch Adds Menopause Tracking and Smarter Siri
Health & WellnessJun 8

Apple Watch Adds Menopause Tracking and Smarter Siri

Apple's watchOS 27 brings menopause support to millions of women who've long felt overlooked by health tech. The update also makes Siri smarter and introduces new accessibility features arriving this fall.

Engadget2 min read
Scientists Link Menopause Estrogen Loss to Memory Changes
Health & WellnessJun 2

Scientists Link Menopause Estrogen Loss to Memory Changes

New research in mice reveals how estrogen loss during menopause affects the brain's communication network, potentially explaining why two-thirds of Alzheimer's patients are women. The discovery validates what many women experience and opens doors for future treatments.

Womens Health2 min read
New Women's Health Book Reveals 7 Life-Saving Facts
Health & WellnessJan 24

New Women's Health Book Reveals 7 Life-Saving Facts

A health journalist interviewed 100 experts and discovered crucial women's health facts that most people never learned. These overlooked truths could transform how women understand their bodies and advocate for better care.

Womens Health3 min read
Two Moms Share the Joy of Becoming Parents in Their 40s
Acts of KindnessMay 11

Two Moms Share the Joy of Becoming Parents in Their 40s

Despite judgement and difficult journeys, Heather and Zoe say becoming mothers later in life brought patience, perspective, and pure joy. Australian women are increasingly having first babies after 35, rising from 5% to 17% in three decades.

ABC Australia2 min read
Writer Discovers Fashion at 50, Reclaims Joy in Her Body
Acts of KindnessMay 6

Writer Discovers Fashion at 50, Reclaims Joy in Her Body

A Mumbai writer spent decades treating fashion as frivolous until a Bond Girl costume sparked an unexpected midlife transformation. Her story shows how personal style can become a powerful tool for self-acceptance and empowerment.

Indian Express2 min read
Sue Bird Leads Team USA, Joins NBC After Stellar Career
SportsJun 9

Sue Bird Leads Team USA, Joins NBC After Stellar Career

Basketball legend Sue Bird retired from playing but just scored two dream jobs: picking Team USA's 2028 Olympic roster and analyzing WNBA games for NBC. Her secret to thriving in this new chapter? Embracing the same leadership skills she honed as a point guard and letting go of perfection.

Womens Health2 min read
Woman Becomes Stronger at 50 Than Ever Before
SportsJan 22

Woman Becomes Stronger at 50 Than Ever Before

After years of failed diets and declining health, a woman in her 50s transformed her life through strength training and lost 85 pounds. Her journey proves that midlife isn't about slowing down—it's about building strength.

Womens Health2 min read
Mom Launches Women's Health Brand After Autoimmune Diagnosis
Solutions4d ago

Mom Launches Women's Health Brand After Autoimmune Diagnosis

Alex Taylor turned a health crisis into a thriving supplement company that now helps thousands of women through pregnancy and beyond. Her journey from burned-out executive to founder shows how prioritizing wellness can unlock new possibilities.

Google News - Health2 min read
Author Lalita Iyer Celebrates Aging as 'Permission to Be Alive
Health & WellnessJan 28

Author Lalita Iyer Celebrates Aging as 'Permission to Be Alive

Indian author Lalita Iyer's new book reframes aging as liberation, not decline. Her honest memoir encourages women over 50 to reclaim themselves instead of disappearing.

The Hindu3 min read
Companies Tackle $1.8B Problem With Menopause Support
SolutionsJun 26

Companies Tackle $1.8B Problem With Menopause Support

Major employers are finally addressing menopause in the workplace, investing in support programs that keep experienced women thriving in their careers. The shift comes as 50 million working women navigate this transition while holding critical leadership roles.

Fast Company2 min read
Illinois Cracks Menopause Care Gap with Training Swap
Health & WellnessJul 14

Illinois Cracks Menopause Care Gap with Training Swap

Illinois just became the first state to let doctors count menopause training toward hours they already need, turning 200 certified specialists into potentially thousands. It's a simple fix to a problem costing women $150 billion in lost productivity.

Optimist Daily2 min read
Osteoarthritis Breakthrough: One Disease, Not Many
Health & WellnessJun 13

Osteoarthritis Breakthrough: One Disease, Not Many

The world's largest osteoarthritis study just revealed that the painful condition isn't multiple diseases but has a single biological driver. This discovery could finally unlock effective treatments for 32 million Americans living with OA.

New Atlas2 min read

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