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Menopause Unplugged: Breaking the Silence on Women’s Health with Dr. Sonia Novotny

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Release Date: 11/18/2025

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Betty interviews Dr. Sonia Novotny, a board-certified OB-GYN and Menopause Society member, about perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Novotny explains the biological and hormonal changes women experience, addresses common symptoms, and discusses evidence-based treatment options.

Listen in to learn more from Dr. Sonia Novotny.

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