Archive · 16 Aug 2026
Indian states launch menopause clinics and awareness programmes
Menopause is a natural change that happens in a woman's body as she gets older.
It can bring health issues like weak bones, heart problems, and trouble sleeping.
Some states in India are starting special health programmes to help women during this time.
In January, Maharashtra opened menopause clinics in government hospitals.
These clinics check women's bone, heart, and hormonal health.
They also offer medical and mental health counselling and lifestyle guidance for issues like disturbed sleep and anxiety.
In July, Tamil Nadu said it was considering its own public health programmes for menopause.
Last week, Karnataka announced plans for a programme called 'Ruthuthare' to care for women and teach people about menopause.
These steps show that governments are beginning to pay more attention to women's health.
In January, Maharashtra launched menopause clinics in government hospitals for screening of bone, heart and hormonal health.
The Maharashtra clinics also provide medical and mental health counselling and lifestyle guidance for issues such as disturbed sleep and anxiety.
In July, the Tamil Nadu government said it was considering dedicated public health programmes for menopause.
Last week, the Karnataka health minister announced plans for 'Ruthuthare', a health programme that will provide care for women.
'Ruthuthare' will also create awareness about the physical and psychological changes associated with menopause.
- Who
- The state governments of Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka in India, including the Karnataka health minister.
- What
- Launching and planning of government menopause health programmes, including clinics in Maharashtra and the proposed 'Ruthuthare' programme in Karnataka.
- When
- January for Maharashtra's clinics, July for Tamil Nadu's announcement, and last week for Karnataka's announcement.
- Where
- India, specifically the states of Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
- Why
- To provide care for women and create awareness about the physical and psychological changes associated with menopause.
- Maharashtra initiative
- Menopause clinics in government hospitals
- Maharashtra launch timing
- January
- Maharashtra services
- Bone, heart and hormonal health screening; medical and mental health counselling; lifestyle guidance
- Tamil Nadu status
- Considering dedicated public health programmes for menopause (announced in July)
- Karnataka programme
- Ruthuthare
- Ruthuthare goals
- Care for women and awareness of physical and psychological menopause changes
- Karnataka announcement timing
- Last week