World Menopause Day is observed annually on October 18 to bring attention to the impact this condition has on the lives of women worldwide. Despite afflicting approximately half of the world’s population, menopause is not discussed enough. Observing the day is also a chance to encourage additional medical research on the disease.
The background of World Menopause Day
In 1984, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Menopause Society (IMS) established World Menopause Day to raise awareness of this age-related condition that impacts women.
Menopause is the natural decline of a woman’s reproductive hormones commencing between the ages of 45 and 55, when the last menstrual cycle occurs.
The menopause is characterised by hot flashes, nocturnal sweats, mood shifts, and sleep disturbances. All of these symptoms can amplify anxiety and depression. After menopause, a woman’s risk of developing heart disease and osteoporosis increases.
As menopause is a natural part of ageing, it cannot be cured. Consequently, most treatments for menopause concentrate on symptomatic relief.
The condition has not been adequately investigated and is not openly discussed. World Menopause Day was viewed as a remedy to these issues because it promotes discussion and research on the menopause and its effects.
As global life expectancy increases, more women are likely to experience menopause. So that we can live better, healthier lives, it is essential that we are prepared for the effects that may result from menopause.
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It is referred to as primary ovarian insufficiency when a woman’s ovaries cease to function ordinarily before she reaches the age of 40, indicating early menopause.
These fluctuating hormone levels can make the body susceptible to heart disease and certain malignancies.
According to research, 94.5% of women experiencing menopause reported enduring insomnia during this time.
As the body prepares for menopause, perimenopause can begin up to ten years beforehand.
The majority of women report feeling better than they have in years following menopause.
WORLD MENOPAUSE DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | October 18 | Wednesday |
| 2024 | October 18 | Friday |
| 2025 | October 18 | Saturday |
| 2026 | October 18 | Sunday |
| 2027 | October 18 | Monday |
