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Some women refer to this as medical gaslighting. But I’m convinced these poor experiences are more about a lack of training and knowledge. By Nicole Garrison The Minnesota Star Tribune November 6, 2025 at 9:20PM "A recent study from Mayo Clinic found that more than three out of four women between the ages of 45 and 60 experienced menopause symptoms, with more than one-third (34%) reporting moderate to very severe symptoms. Sleep disturbances and weight gain were among the most common issues," Nicole Garrison writes. (Getty Images) Nicole Garrison Contributing columnist Nicole Garrison is a contributing columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune focusing on menopause and women's health. She is a Twin Cities marketing and communications executive and a former journalist. She can be reached at menopausedinmn@gmail.com. See More