Menopause

Can a healthier diet be the answer to managing menopausal symptoms?

British Nutrition Foundation's review explored the scientific evidence between having a healthy dietary pattern and herbal supplements in the management of menopausal symptoms.

World Menopause Day 2023 sheds light on the vital need for workplace support

A discussion of the rising demand for menopause support and why companies should take action, including the trends and predictions emerging in the workplace in relation to menopause.

Online search patterns reflect rising demand for menopause-friendly workplaces

Recent findings demonstrate a significant increase in online searches related to menopause and workplace adjustments, indicating a pressing demand for more inclusive workplaces.

Women mistaking menopause for breast cancer – medical expert urges increased workplace education

Ahead of World Menopause Day tomorrow, a leading health expert has warned that women are often confusing menopause symptoms for life-threatening conditions and is calling for increased workplace education.

Sally-Ann Turner: Lack of menopause awareness really is a workplace issue

It is estimated that the menopause is costing the UK economy to the staggering tune of around £10b from the 14m working days lost every year due to menopause symptoms.

Anna Dabek: Creating a menopause-friendly workplace – legal considerations, training, and accreditations

29% of women lose confidence at work due to menopause symptoms, with 10% leaving their jobs. In female-dominated sectors, this poses a significant workforce retention challenge.

More than 8 out of 10 employers believe workplace menopause support is important

More than eight out ten employers (81%) believe it is important for businesses to support staff experiencing menopause in the workplace, finds a new survey from workplace experts Acas.

Charlotte Gentry: Understanding how fertility, menstrual health and menopause impact the workplace

Fertility treatment is emotionally and physically challenging, and circumstances where women feel unable to be open about their reasons for absence leads to additional stress.

Helen Normoyle: Menopause education and support strategies for progressive employers

The consequences of lack of menopause support were called out in the Women and Equalities Committee report, which said it is pushing "highly skilled and experienced women out of work".

Menopause Awareness Day

The 18th October is Menopause Awareness Day, an opportunity to raise awareness and shed...

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