Menopause: Why We Need to Talk About It More Openly

Introduction Menopause is a natural part of life for women, but it’s still a topic many shy away from. Why is menopause so taboo? For far too long, menopause has been wrapped in silence, surrounded by misunderstandings and myths. This silence does a disservice to the millions of women who experience it and those who will in the future. A thoughtful, diverse group of women in conversation, symbolizing openness around menopause. What Is Menopause? Menopause marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It’s a biological process when the ovaries stop producing eggs, leading to a decline in estrogen and progesterone levels. Learn more about the biology of menopause . Most women experience menopause between the ages of 45 and 55, but the timing can vary.                                                   Diagram showing the hormonal chang...

UNICEF Advisory on CORONAVIRUS Prevention


        UNICEF Advisory on  Coronavirus Prevention

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1.    Coronavirus has a cell diameter of 400 to 500 micron             and hence "any mask prevents its entry".

2.    The virus does not remain suspended in the air but is              grounded, so it is " not transmitted by air".

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4. Coronavirus when it falls on the fabric remains there for 9 hours, so washing clothes or "exposing them to sun for two hours" will kill it.

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5.  The virus lives on the hands for 10 minutes, so putting an "alcohol sterilizer" in the pocket meets the purpose of prevention.

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6. "Gargle with warm and salt water" will clear the mouth and oral cavity germs  and prevents the virus from leaking into the lungs.

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"Adherence" to these above mentioned instructions will surely help in preventing the spread of virus and controlling the disease. 

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