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Breaking Silence: Embracing Menopause as Women's Empowerment

5/12/2025

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Menopause, often shrouded in cultural silence in Bangladesh, begins with perimenopause and brings hormonal changes that impact women's physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Syeda Husna Akhter advocates for education and support, urging society to see menopause as a natural transition that empowers women to embrace their maturity and reclaim their identities.

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Story summary

Menopause, often shrouded in cultural silence in Bangladesh, begins with perimenopause and brings hormonal changes that impact women's physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Syeda Husna Akhter advocates for education and support, urging society to see menopause as a natural transition that empowers women to embrace their maturity and reclaim their identities.