The Pause Life by Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Why autoimmune disease becomes more common after menopause

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When we talk about menopause, we often focus on hot flashes, sleep, or bone health. But one of the biggest unanswered questions in women's health may be the immune system. In this conversation, Jennifer Garrison, PhD explains that women and men have fundamentally different immune responses. ✨Listen to the full episode of unPAUSED here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=P-r3sD3QLwM&list=PL8U90xMuKu986oEs-S6gX39_c9T70tQ_D&index=1&pp=iAQB&ra=m Women tend to respond differently to viruses and vaccines, yet we still don't fully understand why. We do know one striking fact: about 80% of people living with autoimmune diseases are women. Even more compelling, a woman's risk of developing autoimmune disease rises significantly after menopause. Researchers are now investigating how ovarian aging may influence the immune system and whether understanding that connection could lead to better prevention and treatments for millions of women. For too long, menopause research has been underfunded and overlooked. Every new discovery brings us closer to understanding not just menopause itself, but why women experience so many chronic diseases differently than men. This is why investing in women's health research matters. #longevity #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #menopause #immunesystem