Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know

Menopause is a normal stage in a woman's life. But symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disruption can sap our energy and prevent us from doing the things we like to do. Join Dr. Makeba Williams, UW Health OBGYN, for a look at the latest facts and research about managing menopause. Find out how this mid-life physiological change is actually an opportunity to "power-up" for the years ahead. Topics will include:

• What is menopause?
• When does it happen?
• Are "natural" products a safe and effective way to control symptoms?
• Is hormone therapy safe or not?
• Can I expect to enjoy sex after menopause?
• Is there a connection between menopause and osteoporosis, heart disease, urinary incontinence, depression or weight gain?
• What can women do to stay healthy after menopause?

 Speaker: Dr. Makeba Williams is a UW Health Ob-Gyn with extensive experience caring for women of all ages. She is particularly skilled at managing symptoms of menopause and recently earned advanced certification from the North American Menopause Society. She sees patients at UnityPoint Health-Meriter – Monona Clinic