October 18th 2024 is World Menopause Day. An annual menopause awareness raising day with events to normalise menopause, correct misconceptions and provide up to date information. Menopause is an organisational issue, impacting on colleagues both directly or indirectly, is your organisation marking World Menopause Day?

Don’t ignore those niggles, aches, and pains in perimenopause! New study looks at how and why women and healthcare professionals should be aware of, and address, musculoskeletal syndrome during menopause.

Abaloparatide, a new bone-strengthening drug, has been recommended by NICE for postmenopausal women, trans men, and non-binary individuals at high risk of fractures. Available on the NHS within three months, it offers a promising new option to help protect and strengthen bones. A bone-boosting game-changer for thousands!

Around 50% of menopausal women struggle with incontinence and little bladder leaks (and that’s just the ones who are admitting it!) Whilst the issue may be common, it’s not something that should be normalised or put up with. We’ve partnered with NIXI Body leak-proof underwear to break the taboo and share some tips on supporting your pelvic floor strength through menopause.

Menopause Champions or Menopause Ambassadors, are the friendly, knowledgable face of menopause support in organisations. They encourage, support and reassure colleagues. Positive Pause Menopause Champion training will open the conversation in your workplace. Find out more about the role of menopause champions and menopause ambassador training here.

Menopause and ADHD? Hormonal fluctuations in perimenopause when oestrogen levels decrease, can impact both conditions. Symptoms of perimenopause may mirror ADHD symptoms, leading to an exacerbation of ADHD symptoms. And for some menopause may tie-in with an ADHD diagnosis.

Autism and menopause, what is the connection? How does menopause affect autistic individuals compared to non-autistic individuals. Limited research suggests a notable increase in autism-related symptoms during perimenopause, adding to challenges in socialising, communication, and sensory sensitivity. What do we know and what can help?

Guidance by watchdog The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) on 'essential' reasonable adjustments for menopausal employees in the workplace, puts clarity about menopause support at work firmly on the agenda. Ignoring menopause in the workplace is no longer an option - doing so may pose significant risks for organisations moving forward. Employers must grasp legal obligations & best practices, to prevent discrimination and costly tribunal claims. Find out what counts as reasonable!

The combination of neurodiversity and menopause hormone changes can affect how the brain processes information - potentially impacting on mental function, social skills, attention, memory & mood. And for some, menopause may lead to a neurodivergence diagnosis, with individuals facing new or more intense challenges.

Despite progress in managing menopause in the workplace in 2023, a survey by UNITE found an astounding 83% of respondents still had zero support at work for their menopause symptoms.

If we are what we eat, what is the best diet for menopause? What should we be including in our menopause diet to help reduce symptoms, manage blood sugars and boost heart, bone & brain health?

Why do some perimenopausal women experience a lower tolerance for alcohol, feeling tipsy or hungover after just a couple of drinks?

Menopause and alcohol can be a tricky mix! Is the new year a time to rethink how you drink? Stepping into perimenopause, extending ‘Dry January’ might be worth considering as the combination of hormonal changes and alcohol may turn into a mixologist's nightmare.

Back in October 2017 we discussed an exciting development that promised to be a ‘game-changer’ for women grappling with hot flushes during menopause. How exciting it to see this come to pass. Find out about this ground-breaking non-hormonal menopause treatment developed in the UK.

The long-awaited 2023 NICE draft guidance for menopause has been released. So much has changed since the guidance was first publsihed - the draft aims to make access to menopause support more inclusive, individualised & varied. Let us know what you think.

Breast cancer rates in the UK continue to rise. Heartening to see licensing of a of ‘new’ prevention drug for those at an increased risk of breast cancer, especially post-menopausal women with a family history of the disease.

Perimenopausal symptoms can coincide with significant mid-life challenges and responsibilities, and research has shown that stress and symptoms of perimenopause are inextricably linked. Whether coping with menopause stress at work or in private life, self-care in perimenopause matters!

World Menopause Day 2023 highlights the increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading cause of female deaths post-menopause in the UK. Recognising the heightened risk of heart disease faced by women during the menopausal transition, how can employees support heart health in the workplace?