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Disparities in Menopause Care

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Blog 4: Addressing Disparities in Menopause Care Bridging the Gap in Menopause Care   Healthcare disparities remain a significant barrier to equitable menopause care. Women from marginalised communities often face greater challenges in accessing resources and support. This blog examines how evidence-based policies and targeted interventions can address these inequities. The Role of Socioeconomic and Racial Disparities  Research shows that socioeconomic status and racial identity significantly influence menopause experiences and outcomes. Women from lower-income backgrounds or marginalised racial groups may encounter barriers like limited access to healthcare, cultural stigma, or workplace discrimination. Addressing these disparities requires systemic change. The taboo of menopause still exists despite the media, press and social media. Why is this? Women's health, sexuality, the life course from girl to women, young to old the taboo remains the same. Let's dispel the myth...

Effective Menopause Interventions

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  Blog 3: Designing  Effective Menopause Interventions The Path Forward  Effective menopause care must begin with understanding women’s needs, preferences, and concerns. By prioritising women’s insights, healthcare providers can develop treatments and interventions that are not only effective but also accessible and acceptable. This blog highlights the role of co-designed therapies in transforming menopause care. A Proven Solution    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has emerged as an evidence-based intervention for managing menopause-related challenges. Recommended by both the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence and the North American Menopause Society, CBT effectively addresses symptoms like depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and vasomotor symptoms. Women’s feedback has been instrumental in refining this therapy to meet their needs. Information for women on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for menopausal Symptoms can be found here. Women...