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Women's health hubs for 'every part of Wales'

Women's health hubs will be set up in every part of Wales to try to close the gender health gap.

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Seaweed underwear making a difference to women

Alexander Perry developed natural underwear for women after his mum was treated for cancer.

Employees of Myna Mahila Foundation prepare sanitary pads at their office in Mumbai on April 10, 2018.

Menopause, the other menstrual taboo for Indian women

In India, where conversation on menstruation is still taboo, menopause awareness is far behind.

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What is the menopause and what are the main signs?

What happens to the body during menopause, and what treatments are available?

Close up of HRT pills

How does Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) work?

HRT can help with menopausal symptoms but individuals need to weigh up the benefits and risks.

Woman with short brown hair applies a hormone cream to her upper back.

NICE stresses HRT as first-line menopause treatment

Information on the menopause drugs' benefits and risks have been included in updated guidance.

Debbie Hughes is on a stage, there is a sign on the wall behind her that says "Ms Great Britain 2024/2025". She is wearing a sparkly red long dress and a silver crown on her head. She has a sash on that says "Ms Great Britain Classic", and she is holding a bouquet of flowers, and has the other hand on the crown.

'We used to whisper the word menopause'

Debbie Hughes, 55, was crowned Ms GB Classic on her fourth attempt at the title.

Stoke & Staffordshire

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Woman shining light on menopause with Atlantic row

Vivienne Barclay, 59, aims to row the 3,000 miles from the Canary Islands to Antigua solo.

North Yorkshire

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'I think menopause is taboo in Caribbean communities'

A woman from Reading set up the menopause cafe after people in her community never spoke about it.