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Menopause Is Having a Moment

Jul 28, 2023

Susan Dominus, a New York Times Magazine writer known for her viral article on menopause, dives deep into the often misunderstood transitional phase. She reveals the longstanding societal and medical misconceptions surrounding menopause and discusses the stigma that silences women's experiences. The conversation highlights the ups and downs of hormone therapy, its historical context, and the urgent need for more informed discussions. Dominus calls for a cultural shift to destigmatize menopause and empower women in their health decisions.

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The Effects of Hormone Therapy on Women's Health

01:19

Intro

3min

Navigating Menopause: Experiences and Perspectives

8min

Exploring the Rise and Scrutiny of Hormone Therapy for Menopause

2min

The Hormone Therapy Wake-Up Call

4min

Misunderstanding Risk: The Complexities of Hormone Therapy Findings

3min

Navigating Menopause: Myths and Realities

13min

Some of the worst symptoms of menopause — including hot flashes, sleeplessness and pain during sex — have an established treatment. Why aren’t more women offered it?

Susan Dominus, a writer for The New York Times Magazine, explains how menopause has been misunderstood both by doctors and society for years, and tells us what happened when her article about it went viral.

Guest: Susan Dominus is a writer for The New York Times Magazine.

Background reading:

From The New York Times Magazine: Women have been misled about menopause.
A selection of seven books to guide you through menopause.

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