Once a woman’s periods have completely stopped for 1 year, you are considered post-menopausal. With its own set of joys and reliefs, post-menopausal life also has its own set of worries and issues. Post-menopausal women are at a higher risk of breast cancer, uterine cancer, hypothyroidism and significant physical changes such as wrinkles and thinning hair. More importantly, post-menopausal women need to pay particular attention to their increased risk of cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis. In this section you will find the tools you need to protect your body from these disorders and enjoy this chapter in your life.