Friday, January 17, 2020
Menopause is one of the most important stages in a woman's life. It not only affects the body, it affects mental, emotional and spiritual well-being as well.
Menopause was once colloquially referred to as "the change" and in fact "change" may be the only constant during this time. Extreme shifts in hormones, mood swings and sleep patterns can all deeply affect relationships and quality of life.
"As much as we may joke about 'hot flashes' and the other incendiary effects of menopause, it is not so funny to those dealing with them," said Peggy Murphy Kurza, Beaumont Health and Fitness Center manager. "Knowing more about what to expect and what's normal can be both empowering and uplifting.
"To that end, the Beaumont Health and Fitness Center is offering three evenings of interactive workshops designed to provide women with opportunities to move positively through this phase of life," Kurza explained.
Each evening begins with a lighthearted look at menopause, followed by education addressing its more challenging aspects.
- Jan. 23 - "OMG, did I just have a Hot Flash?" - Learn what you can do to minimize the effect of hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain and brain fog." - Beaumont Health's Michael Mahoney, M.D., Suzanne Hall, M.D. and Deborah Somerset, M.D.
- Jan. 30 - "Hormones and healthy bones" - Changes in estrogen levels during menopause affects our bone health. Learn what you can do to maintain healthy bones. -- Beaumont Health's Swathi Sista, M.D.
- Feb. 6 - "Transitioning through Menopause with Integrative Medicine" - Make menopause more manageable with natural lifestyle and dietary changes - Beaumont Health naturopathic physician, Michelle Davila
These free events take place on Thursday evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. The Beaumont Health and Fitness Center is located on the lower level of 25631 Little Mack in St. Clair Shores.
Space may be reserved by registering at classes.beaumont.org or calling 800 633-7377.