Alisha Haridasani Gupta

women’s health reporter, New York Times

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Menopause can include hot flashes, night sweats, and depression. Black and Latino women could experience more severe and longer-lasting symptoms, research shows.

Doctors are unprepared to treat menopause for women of color

Menopause can include hot flashes, night sweats, and depression. Black and Latino women could experience more severe and longer-lasting symptoms, research shows.

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