MENOPAUSE

A major transition taking a woman from a reproductive system in full swing, to one that gradually reverts back to its dormant state. Like puberty, but in reverse.

Technically, menopause is just one day that refers to the date one year after a woman’s last period. However, the menopausal transition, and the symptoms that come with it, can start many years before this and they can have a huge impact on a woman’s physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Connection as Medicine: How Social Relationships Shape our Health

When we think about living a long and healthy life, we tend to focus on things like food, sleep, and exercise. But the science is clear: our relationships matter just as much. Social connection isn’t just “nice to have”; it’s a biological necessity, hardwired into our nervous systems. Growing research shows that friendships, community, and emotional closeness have a profound impact on our health and life, for women in particular.

LIFESTYLE MEDICINE