Menopause explained

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk. Medically reviewed in July 2023.

Updated on October 23, 2024

Some of the most common symptoms of menopause are called vasomotor symptoms, or VMS.

Try these strategies to make uncomfortable subjects a little easier to talk about with your healthcare provider.

Physical activity can have a number of benefits to people during perimenopause and during the postmenopausal years.

Why culturally competent healthcare is essential during menopause.

A guide to the part of the brain where hot flashes and night sweats originate, and why it matters in the treatment of VMS.

Understanding and Treating Vasomotor Symptoms (VMS)