Menopause is about far more than hot flushesand missed periods. In Episode 12 of The CEO Lens, Dr Simone Silver joins us for an eye-opening conversation about the physical, emotional, and long-term health impacts of perimenopause and menopause, and why so many women feel unprepared for this stage of life. From brain fog, anxiety, sleep disruption and low libido to recurrent UTIs, joint pain, and changes in heart and metabolichealth, Dr Silver unpacks the symptoms that are often misunderstood, overlooked, or dismissed as "just stress." We also explore the science behind HormoneReplacement Therapy (HRT), including the controversy surrounding the 2002 Women's Health Initiative study, what current evidence tells us about safety and effectiveness, and why timing, hormone type, and personalised care matter. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why perimenopause is often mistaken for stress, burnout, or ageing✅ The early signs and symptoms many women miss✅ How changing hormone levels affect the brain, heart, bones, bladder,skin, and metabolism✅ When to seek help and why early intervention matters✅ What the latest evidence says about HRT✅ The role of nutrition, sleep, resistance training, supplements, andstress management✅ How workplaces can better support women experiencing menopause✅ Why partners, families, and managers need a better understanding ofmenopause Whether you're navigating menopause yourself,supporting someone who is, or looking to build a more informed and empatheticworkplace, this conversation offers practical insights and evidence-basedguidance. Menopause is not the end of vitality. With theright support, it can be the beginning of a healthier, more empowered chapter. #TheCEOLens #MenopauseAwareness #Perimenopause#WomensHealth #HormoneHealth #HealthyAgeing #HRT #Women'sWellness#MenopauseMatters #CiplaAfrica
