Bengaluru, Aug. 4 -- The Karnataka government is set to introduce a first-of-its-kind comprehensive women's health policy focusing on menopause, as rising menopause-related health issues among women have prompted the state to initiate a structured intervention.

The decision was discussed at a high-level meeting chaired by Health Minister UT Khader at Arogya Soudha, attended by actor and former MP Ramya, medical experts and senior health department officials.

Addressing the media after the meeting, Khader said the Health Department is preparing six special initiatives aimed at improving women's healthcare across the state. As part of the initiative, Karnataka plans to launch a dedicated policy titled 'Ritutare' or 'Menopause', making it ...