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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...

Adele Johnston: 10 ‘must knows’ to enhance female employee well-being during menopause

Despite its significance, menopause remains a topic that is often stigmatised. Let’s address 10 ways you can break barriers and unlock the full potential of female employees!

Kate Usher: Menopause, it’s a man’s thing

Menopause is no longer something managed silently by women in the shadows. It is part of our workplace and our relationships. We are all, men included, involved.
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