Menopause in the Workplace

Around 75-80% of women of menopausal age are in work and 1 in 3 of the workforce is over 50.

The majority of women are unwilling to disclose menopause-related health problems to their line managers.

1 in 4 women going through the menopause considered leaving work because of their experiences.

Menopause isn’t just an issue for women. Men should be aware too so they can support colleagues, friends and family.

It’s time to talk about menopause openly. This should not be a taboo subject.

The menopause is a natural stage of every woman’s life and they reach menopause on average at age 51.

It can be much earlier with symptoms starting months or years before menopause.

More than 3 out of 4 women experience menopause symptoms, 1 in 4 experience serious symptoms.

For many women symptoms last between 4 and 8 years, and can be longer.

Benefits to your workplace

• Supporting a culture of inclusivity, diversity and equality
• Increased employee productivity
• Lower absence and sickness
• Increased staff retention and reduced recruitment costs
• Reduce the risk of employee relations issues

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