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Navigating the Change: Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause in the South Asian Community

Everyone is welcome to attend this Community Health Talk. The discussion draws on experiences from the South Asian community that offer meaningful insights relevant to women of all backgrounds. Join the conversation. 

Topics Covered:
• Early menopause patterns in South Asian women
• Hormones and their role in mood, sleep, cognition, and energy
• Why symptoms are often dismissed or misunderstood
• Cultural silence and its impact on care
• What community conversations in India are teaching us about menopause everywhere
• Practical strategies for self-advocacy and preparing for doctor visits

Presened by Rekha — Founder, AAsum Nari (The Magnificent Woman). Rekha holds a Master’s degree in Biochemistry and Genetics and has research experience in Canada and the United States, including work in an Alzheimer’s research laboratory. She brings together scientific training, cultural insight, and lived experience to create accessible, empowering education for women navigating midlife health transitions.

Two opportunites to join the conversation: 

Wednesday, March 4 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Downtown Library

Wednesday, March 11 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Redwood Shores Branch Library

More Information:
Contact: Heriberto Madrigal
Phone: (650)780-7043
Email: hmadrigal@redwoodcity.org