Menopause increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, pelvic organ prolapse, and loss of bone density. To raise awareness about menopause and promote the support available to improve the health and well-being of women experiencing menopause, October 18 th is commemorated as World Menopause Day every year. The theme for this year’s World Menopause Day is cardiovascular disease, which highlights the association between menopause and cardiovascular disease. On this occasion, let us learn some interesting facts about the association between menopause and cardiovascular disease!
Suggested readings Premature Menopause & Risk of Heart Problems Can Hormonal Therapy Cause GERD in Postmenopausal Women? Cancer Risk from Hormone Therapy for Menopause – What’s New? ##References## WHO: Menopause [Internet]. Available at https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/menopause [Accessed on…
