
Going through the menopause
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The menopause is a natural part of aging that happens as a woman's hormons decline and she stops having monthly periods. It usually occurs between the ages of forty five and 55. In many societies, the menapause is still taboo - but high profile women like former first la michello bamer have started speaking up about it. wi'll be hearing from two other women trying to make the menapors more visible in society. And of course, will be learning some related vocabulary as well. But first, let me ask you my quiz question. What is the average age for a woman to reach the menapaus in britain? Is it a forty nine? B
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