World Menopause Awareness
World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18 October and aims to raise awareness of menopause symptoms and encourage everyone to talk openly about their experiences.
Menopause can have a significant impact on the person experiencing symptoms and their loved ones. It is important to encourage everyone to talk openly about their wellbeing and the impact they are having.
How can menopause affect women?
· Three quarters of women seek advice from their GPs about menopausal symptoms
· Some symptoms can be severe and have a significant impact on everyday life
· The average age is 45-55 but can start earlier, may end later and some women may have a very early menopause
Support is available to all colleagues, whether you are experiencing menopause symptoms, supporting someone who is or wanting to learn more.
Support and Resources
- Join the Let’s Talk Menopause Workplace Group - this group is open to everyone and is a space to share experiences, ask questions and sign-post to available support
- Become a local volunteer ‘Meno-Mate’ to support colleagues locally. Everyone is welcome to join the Meno-Mate community
- Join a Menopause Café – confidential spaces to ask questions and an opportunity to share experiences
- Access the Menopause Factsheet which explains how we can support you at work and how you can access the support you need. Available via the People App. Click on the RMG People Policy tile on the homepage and then select the ‘Working at Royal Mail’ section
- Take part in the menopause awareness eLearning which raises awareness and provides practical guidance available via SuccessFactors on PSP and externally here
- Access the Wellbeing Hub – your one-stop shop for everything wellbeing
- Click here to access practical support and resources from Menopause Experts
