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Let’s Talk Menopause Part 1: Fact vs. Fiction
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Let’s Talk Menopause Part 1: Fact vs. Fiction

If the word menopause makes you tense up a little — or you saw the title of this episode and thought, Do I really have the emotional capacity for this today? — stay with me.

Menopause is one of those things we joke about, whisper about, or avoid altogether…
until one day we’re right in the middle of it thinking, wait, why did no one explain this to us?

Today, we’re starting with the basics. We’re separating fact from fiction when it comes to menopause.

I’m joined by Dr.Molly Strong, Chief of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Hancock Health. She is a physician who also holds a masters in public health and is certified by the Menopause Society for her dedication and excellence in perimenopausal care.

We’re kicking off a series that is focused on menopause for the next few weeks. Join me as we cut through the noise, answer the questions we’ve all Googled at 2 a.m., and explain what’s normal, what’s not, and what actually deserves attention.

Specifically this episode highlights:

  • Let’s talk about menopause and what’s ahead in this series

  • Today’s guest: Dr. Molly Strong, Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hancock Heath

  • Common myths about menopause

  • Signs and symptoms that signal perimenopause

  • Ways menopause impacts long-term health

  • Treatment and recommendations to manage menopause

MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES

Learn more about Dr. Molly Strong: https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/molly-strong-md/

Menopause Society: https://menopause.org/

American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists: https://www.acog.org/topics/menopause

Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Perimenopause: https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/perimenopause/

Hancock Health Blog - What Cardio is Right For You? https://www.hancockhealth.org/2022/10/what-cardio-is-right-for-you/

Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You https://www.hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/womens-health/

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