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Read or download our guidance booklet\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Menopause Support has launched a guidance booklet \u201cUnderstanding Menopause\u201d to support women to better understand and navigate menopause.<\/p>\n

The booklet, reviewed by expert clinicians, includes a much-needed symptom checker to support women to understand the breadth of potential menopause symptoms and when to reach out for support.<\/p>\n

Could it be Menopause? Posters<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

We\u2019re absolutely thrilled to introduce our ‘ Could it be menopause?’ information posters, and would love you to share them on your social media,\u00a0 print them and put them up anywhere that will allow you to; workplaces, community spaces, gyms, hairdressers, shops, waiting rooms, the possibilities are endless!<\/p>\n

Cycle of Change – Understanding Menopause, award winning film.
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I am delighted to share the short animated menopause film that I have been working on with the team at ForMed films and menopause specialist Hazel Hayden.<\/p>\n

Menopause video resources – created for waiting room screens<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

These have kindly been created for us by a company called Numed<\/a> who have screens in over 3000 GP practices. They will be sharing these resources with all of the practices that have their screens.<\/p>\n

Menopause and GSM Symptom checkers<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Our menopause symptom checkers have been designed for you to print and complete to take to your GP appointment. Here you will find one for the common symptoms and one for genitourinary syndrome of menopause.<\/span><\/p>\n

Surgical Menopause Questions and Answers with Dr Hannah Short.<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

If you are looking for information about Surgical Menopause, you will find many of the commonly asked questions answered here, by GP specialist in Menopause, Dr Hannah Short. Download as PDF<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Licensed HRT Preparations<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

The following HRT preparations are available for prescription via the NHS as of 27 January 2026<\/p>\n

Understanding Vaginal Atrophy\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Vaginal Atrophy, which is officially known as Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (G.S.M) is a common symptom of menopause affecting about 84% of women, yet only 7% will ask for help from their GP, unfortunately many decide to self-treat, this is <\/span>not recommended<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>Download as PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

Also, try our vaginal atrophy\/GSM\u00a0symptom checker<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Localised Vaginal Treatments Infographic<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Here you can see, and read about, the products available to treat what you might hear described as the local\/topical or vaginal treatment options for what doctors call the genitourinary syndrome of menopause. The poster is designed for you to familiarise yourself with the options and then download and print to take along to your GP appointment with you. Download as PDF<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The Psychological Impact Of Menopause<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Anyone who has experienced pre- menstrual syndrome will be well aware of the emotional rollercoaster that fluctuating hormones can cause during the reproductive years but many women are simply not prepared for the variety and intensity of those symptoms which affect some women at menopause.\u00a0Download as\u00a0PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

Getting the most out of your doctor\u2019s appointment<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

So you have decided that it\u2019s time to visit your doctor to discuss the seemingly unrelated mixed bag of symptoms you have been trying to cope with. So where do you start when planning your visit?\u00a0Download as PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

Ten Things your Doctor should know about Menopause<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Women, their partners and their families cannot afford to keep waiting for GP education to improve; too many women are experiencing poor short and long term physical and mental health due to a woeful lack of professional knowledge. Having campaigned now for several years for better care and support for women it is clear that things are not changing quickly enough so we must take control and educate ourselves and encourage others to do the same. To that end I have compiled this guide.\u00a0Download as\u00a0PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

FAQs about HRT and the menopause, Oestrogen and Progesterone<\/p>\n

Understanding Menopause for Partners<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Menopause can be a challenging time for any couple but it doesn\u2019t have to be. The key is to be prepared so that you can approach this time in your lives with the knowledge to help you support each other through it and on towards a new chapter in your lives.\u00a0Download as PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

Preparing for your Smear Test<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

These are some useful tips which may encourage you to attend your appointment and make it easier and more comfortable to have your smear test.\u00a0<\/span>Download as PDF.<\/a><\/p>\n

Videos<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Our video blogs can be seen here<\/p>\n

Menopause and Work<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

We are grateful to Loch employment law for sharing their guides to Menopause in Employment for both Employers and Employees with us. We hope that you will find the information helpful.<\/p>\n

Survey – Surgical Menopause Experiences<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

No ovaries. No care. Women who have been plunged into surgical menopause are not receiving the fundamental care they need for their short and long-term health; that\u2019s what the results from our new survey would suggest.<\/span>\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

Survey –<\/strong> Menopause Training in Medical Schools<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

The shocking disparity in menopause training in medical schools is laid bare in our recent survey following a Freedom of Information request<\/p>\n

Joining the Patient Participation Group (PPG) at your GP practice<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Request to join your PPG, there should be an option to do this on the practice website, if not, ask at reception. Most PPGs are looking for people to volunteer to join.<\/p>\n

Healthwatch<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Healthwatch<\/a> is your health and social care champion. If you use GPs and hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, care homes or other support services, we want to hear about your experiences. As an independent statutory body<\/a>, we have the power to make sure NHS leaders and other decision makers listen to your feedback and improve standards of care. We can also help you to find reliable and trustworthy information and advice. Last year, we helped nearly a million people like you to have your say and get the support you need. Wherever you live in England, you\u2019ll have a local Healthwatch nearby (there are over 150 across the country.) We are very grateful to the team at Trafford Healthwatch for putting this resource together for us to share with you.\u00a0<\/span>Download as PDF<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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