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Background: Menopause is a significant physiological milestone in a womens life often accompanied by a range of physical,emotional and psychological changes. Aim : This cross sectional study aimed to the assess the level of knowledge and the prevailing attitudes towards menopause among perimenopausal women residing in Coimbatore district, Tamilnadu Objective: To assess the knowledge and attitude towards menopause among perimenopausal women in Coimbatore district . Methods: A descriptive cross seectional study was conducted among perimenopausal women aged 40-45 years in selected areas of coimbatore district .A structured questionnaire was used to evaluate the knowledge and attitude regarding menopause.data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistic Results: The study examined the relationship between knowledge and attitude, found a statistically significant correlation, with a p-value of 0.010 indicates there is a meaningful link between how much women know about menopause and how they feel about it. Women who were more informed about menopause tended to have a more positive or balanced attitude, while those with less knowledge were more likely to hold negative or uncertain views. This finding reinforces the importance of health education and open conversations. By increasing awareness and providing accurate information, can help women approach menopause with more confidence and less fear, leading to better mental and physical health outcomes during this important life stage. Conclusion: The study hightlights the need for commuity -based awareness health related programs to educate perimenopausal women about menopausal improving knowledge can foster postive attitudes and better coping strategies, ultimately enhanceing womens quality of life during this transitional period