Two million women turn 50 each year. There are 75 million baby boomers and half are women.
Over half of all women going through menopause report having night sweats and hot flashes.
Hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause and menopause are the primary cause of night sweats and hot flashes.
The average age of menopause is 51 years. The normal age range is 45 to 55.
An "early menopause" is defined as the last period occurring between the age of 40 to 45. A "late" menopause is defined as a women's final period occurring between the ages of 55 to 60.
