Silent suffering: an exploration of menopausal attitudes and experiences among slum dwellers

This study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and lived experiences of peri and postmenopausal women living in slums in Kanpur, India, aiming to understand the sociocultural challenges they face during this life stage. The findings reveal a complex interplay of empowerment and distress among these women, highlighting a lack of access to appropriate health information and services, which contributes to their suffering. The authors emphasize the urgent need for culturally sensitive health education and improved access to menopausal care for marginalized women to break the silence surrounding menopause and promote better health outcomes.