Some societies have little-to-no problem discussing the menopause, yet for others it’s a no-go zone. But in general, how open is our own society about the menopause?
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Results99The Stigma of the Menopause
We constantly talk about the menopause as being stigmatised, without really discussing how stigmas are created, why there is a stigma around the menopause, and how it can be undone. But first, let’s explore what a stigma really is.
Menopause & the Workplace: An Overview
It’s not an exaggeration in the slightest: the menopause can seriously impact work life and it is not being talked about sufficiently. The first in our series of articles explores the issues surrounding the topic.
Alternatives to HRT
What can you do if you can’t take HRT?
The Fear of Finding Out
Many women are reluctant to visit their GP for fear that their symptoms are related to something serious.
Antidepressants and the Menopause
For many women experiencing menopause symptoms, antidepressants are NOT the answer. Dr Louise Newson ran a survey and found more than half of the women she had spoken to had been offered antidepressants by their GP. Why do so many GPs prescribe them?
Bioidentical and Bodyidentical HRT
There are a lot of misconceptions about what ‘bioidentical’ hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is and what the difference is between body identical HRT and bioidentical HRT.
8 Myths About HRT
Ever wonder why HRT is so controversial? Following the Women’s Health Initiative study in 2002, which showed risks of cancer, heart disease, and stroke for women, prescriptions for HRT fell by nearly 80%.
HRT and Cancer
Nowadays with easy internet access and the plethora of information we find online, we can end up being literally overwhelmed with knowledge. But what about topics like menopause, cancer and Hormonal Replacement Therapy (HRT)? Do we really know what is available or have the ability to understand what the choices are?