Singapore has stunned the medical world this week by unveiling its first national Guidelines on Menopause Transition, confirming that the mysterious phenomenon affecting half the population for centuries is, in fact, a legitimate medical condition. The groundbreaking initiative in Singapore comes after a KKH study revealed a staggering nine out of ten primary care doctors were previously clueless about diagnosing or treating menopausal symptoms, often mistaking them for general ‘bad mood days’ or a sudden, inexplicable aversion to queues.

"This breakthrough research confirms that women's mid-life 'hot flashes' are not, in fact, an elaborate ruse to demand more air-conditioning," stated an anonymous government official, clearly still reeling from the revelation. Experts hope the guidelines will usher in a new era where women can finally discuss their bodily functions without being told to "just relax".

"Wah, sibei beh kan. So many years I just suffer quietly. Now they say got guidelines? Power, lah! But then again, confirm next time doctor just tell me 'eat more fruit' one," grumbled Madam Tan, 55, while fanning herself vigorously at a kopitiam in Tampines. The new guidelines aim to normalise conversations, perhaps even leading to dedicated menopause hawker centre meetups.