Cross Government Menopause Network @CrossMenopause
Staff network who work together to provide information and support for the menopause at work. Likes, tweets, re-tweets and follows our own, not CS policy. Joined October 2019-
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I have generated a word cloud of menopause symptoms based on a large survey of nearly 6,000 women we did recently - the larger words are the more common symptoms. Notice how many of the most common symptoms are related to the brain!
Just one week away. Healthcare professionals. Live & interactive webinar with menopause specialist panellists. Join us for as many webinars as you like from the remaining four #Menopause Masterclasses in the brand new 2024 series.Evidence based education bit.ly/3NvpSCt
Wow - seeing all the dates and locations listed out like this is making me even more excited than ever to go on tour later this year. It’s such an honour to be able to travel around Britain and speak to women face to face about menopause and hormones because understanding their…
Why the menopause is more than just a natural transition - balance-menopause.com/menopause-libr…
If you’ve seen the headlines this morning debating whether menopause is a disease and being over-medicalised, this video explains my thoughts. Menopause is more than a collection of symptoms; it is a cardiometabolic and inflammatory condition which leads to an increased risk of…
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It’s #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek. Cervical screening can help stop cancer before it starts. If you missed your last one, book an appointment with your GP practice. You may also be able to book with your local sexual health service. ➡️ nhs.uk/cervicalscreen…
I've been asked to clarify: Women aged 50-59 who are on or have taken HRT are much less likely to die of #breastcancer (~70% less) than never users Reduced risk of breast cancer mortality in women using postmenopausal hormone therapy (Mikkola et al 2016) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27465718/
I've been asked to clarify: Women aged 50-59 who are on or have taken HRT are much less likely to die of #breastcancer (~70% less) than never users Reduced risk of breast cancer mortality in women using postmenopausal hormone therapy (Mikkola et al 2016) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27465718/ https://t.co/amIgUq1kna
The majority of women will experience symptoms during their menopause, which can affect both their home and work lives. The symptom you may hear about most is hot flushes, but this is a bit misleading because actually women can experience symptoms all over their body - and not…
Colleagues across the system, come find me, let's start the conversation. This is an exciting new role @CrossMenopause @BrMenopauseSoc @hamidmotraghi @hcwomenleaders @NHSConfed
Colleagues across the system, come find me, let's start the conversation. This is an exciting new role @CrossMenopause @BrMenopauseSoc @hamidmotraghi @hcwomenleaders @NHSConfed
Join this session with a Civil Service email address to learn more on World Menopause Day.
bit.ly/3qEDvXV join our free virtual conference. Support your wellbeing and sign up for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference and join today's fabulous sessions - Recognising Carers, Kindness, Understanding Loneliness. Already signed up? Ask a colleague to join in.
bit.ly/3qEDvXV save your spot now! With busy lives, it can be difficult to take time to focus on wellbeing. So we're hosting a virtual Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference 2023 from 9 to 13 October to explore topics from loneliness and gender euphoria, to anxiety.
bit.ly/3qEDvXV invest in your wellbeing. Join us at the Charity for Civil Servants Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference 2023, from 9 to 13 October, and nurture your mental health and wellbeing. Register today to join the community and be part of something big!
Register now for this on line conference. Members of the @CrossMenopause executive committee will be on the Menopause panel on 12 October to discuss their own experiences and share what they’ve been doing in their departments to support colleagues.
Register now for this on line conference. Members of the @CrossMenopause executive committee will be on the Menopause panel on 12 October to discuss their own experiences and share what they’ve been doing in their departments to support colleagues.
bit.ly/3qEDvXV register now and join us 9 to 13 October. Unlock the secrets to workplace wellbeing! Join the Charity for Civil Servants' virtual Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference 2023 to explore key insights and gain knowledge through fantastic seminars.
Hugely proud of our Exec Committee members Audrey and Fatima at DfE for leading their Dept to this richly deserved award! #menopauseawareness linkedin.com/posts/menopaus…
Hugely proud of our Exec Committee members Fatima and Audrey from DfE for this win at the @MenopauseFriend awards for their Engagement campaign. Well done ladies.
Recent news on menopause treatments highlights the real danger of misinformation. Everyone’s menopause journey is distinct. No one size fits all. #MenopauseAtWork
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Why the menopause is more than just a natural transition - balance-menopause.com/menopause-libr…
If you’ve seen the headlines this morning debating whether menopause is a disease and being over-medicalised, this video explains my thoughts. Menopause is more than a collection of symptoms; it is a cardiometabolic and inflammatory condition which leads to an increased risk of…
Colleagues across the system, come find me, let's start the conversation. This is an exciting new role @CrossMenopause @BrMenopauseSoc @hamidmotraghi @hcwomenleaders @NHSConfed
Meet Jacqui McBurnie, Menopause Implementation Lead for the NENC ICB.🤝 "My introduction to perimenopause came by complete surprise. I began to research and explore what the transition would involve, and I was lucky to have supportive colleagues. 👉balance-menopause.com
bit.ly/44SXz6O join the menopause seminar 10am 18 Oct. On #WorldMenopauseDay tomorrow we're hosting a special seminar to raise awareness about menopause affecting your cardiovascular health. Gain knowledge and practical solutions to help you and your colleagues.
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bit.ly/3qEDvXV join our free virtual conference. Support your wellbeing and sign up for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference and join today's fabulous sessions - Recognising Carers, Kindness, Understanding Loneliness. Already signed up? Ask a colleague to join in.
bit.ly/3qEDvXV save your spot now! With busy lives, it can be difficult to take time to focus on wellbeing. So we're hosting a virtual Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference 2023 from 9 to 13 October to explore topics from loneliness and gender euphoria, to anxiety.
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bit.ly/3qEDvXV register now and join us 9 to 13 October. Unlock the secrets to workplace wellbeing! Join the Charity for Civil Servants' virtual Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference 2023 to explore key insights and gain knowledge through fantastic seminars.
@jacquoisuk @MaggiesCentres @CrossMenopause @BrMenopauseSoc @AppgMenopause @IntlMenopause @hcwomenleaders And meeting you in person was also a highlight xxx
What a privilege to visit the amazing team @MaggiesCentres Charing Cross to underline their wrap around care & support in #menopause and cancer for ALL affected. @CrossMenopause @BrMenopauseSoc @AppgMenopause @IntlMenopause @carolynharris24 @hcwomenleaders
Recent news on menopause treatments highlights the real danger of misinformation. Everyone’s menopause journey is distinct. No one size fits all. #MenopauseAtWork
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Women are 2-3 times more likely to experience migraines than men and migraines can also become more common during the perimenopaue and menopause. If migraines are something you experience, two of our Newson Health Menopause Specialists are hosting a free* online discussion about…
@CrossMenopause I said exactly the same thing. I have friends who have been on the pill their entire reproductive years and wont go near hrt. Do they not inderstand it the same stuff but all synthetic!