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The Latest Breaking News from Menopause

‘My female boss understands, others don’t’: UK readers on block to menopause law changes

Proposals to change legislation in part rejected due to government fears it would discriminate against men

The Guardian - UK

Madonna is the material proof: older women rock. So why do so many still have to stop work?

The government could have seriously improved older women’s prospects with menopause protections this week. It bottled it, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

The Guardian - UK

'I lost 10 years of my life to the menopause - this is why women need support'

Claire Hattrick's menopausal joint pain was left undiagnosed for 10 years - she struggled to work with her symptoms and knows of many other women who have quit their jobs due to lack of support in the workplace

Daily Mirror

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Share your views on the UK’s rejected menopause law change

We would like to hear from UK women about whether they would like to see menopause made into a ‘protected characteristic’

The Guardian - UK

Badenoch says menopause ‘is priority area’ after calls to ‘change tack’

Kemi Badenoch defended the Government’s rejection of recommendations by the Women and Equalities Committee on menopause and the workplace.

The Independent UK

Dis Life: 'Putting the "men" in 'menopause' at the expense of disability rights'

Disability Rights UK campaigner Anna Morell argues that women are not getting a fair deal when it comes to taking time off during the menopause

Daily Mirror

Wednesday briefing: The ‘glacial’ response to calls for new rights for menopausal women at work

In today’s newsletter: Groundbreaking recommendations to improve conditions for women experiencing menopause were denied because they would be unfair on men. What next?

The Guardian - UK

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Government rejection of menopause leave trial could ‘drive women out of work’

‘I was pushed to do things without my managers’ understanding I was struggling,’ woman says

The Independent UK

Talking Point: Should women be entitled to menopause leave?

Menopause leave may be counterproductive, according to the Government

Evening Standard

Menopausal at work? The government doesn’t want you – or anyone else – to get the proper support

A parliamentary committee made some pretty benign recommendations, only for ministers to nope the most important bits. Their approach is like a devilish trolling operation

The Guardian - UK

Women’s healthcare in the UK on par with Kazakhstan and Kosovo, poll finds

Analysts cited a lack of access to preventative care and support with mental health issues as reasons for low score

Evening Standard

How to talk about the menopause at work

The Tories won’t be making menopause a protected characteristic for now.

The Independent UK

Penny Lancaster ‘deflated’ after Government rejects menopause leave trial

The Government said that the proposal for a pilot scheme was not seen as ‘necessary’.

The Independent UK

UK menopause law change rejected as it ‘could discriminate against men’

Ministers block proposal to make menopause a ‘protected characteristic’ under Equality Act

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The Independent UK

Government rejection of menopause leave trial could ‘drive women out of work’

‘I was pushed to do things without my managers’ understanding I was struggling,’ woman says

Wales Online

Government dismisses MPs recommendation for 'menopause leave' trial

Minsters argue it might not be the best solution to support women

The Independent UK

Government rejects calls from MPs for menopause leave trial

Women and Equalities Committee chairwoman Caroline Nokes called it a ‘missed opportunity’ and called on the Government to reconsider.

The Independent UK

Woman claims common health condition helped cause breakdown of her marriage

Despite Akane Allison’s best efforts to seek help, none of the medications she was put on improved her condition

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Bearsden woman raises £3,000 for cancer charity by hosting fitness classes

Vicki Houston has raised money for the Beatson Cancer Charity through her CardioFunk fitness classes at the Bearsden Community Hub, promoting fitness through dancing for all ages.

Manchester Evening News

'I put night sweats down to the menopause - then I was told I had months to live'

The retired primary school teacher has been told she has a lethal illness that has led to sepsis, pneumonia and a spinal collapse

Irish Mirror

'Changing Rooms' presenter Linda Barker stars in new series - talking all things menopause

The 61-year-old TV presenter is backing a campaign to break the taboo around menopause - as a fifth of women actively avoid talking about it with others

Liverpool Echo

'I thought menopause was something I had to go through alone'

After reaching out for help with menopause, Cathy Hilditch "feels at peace" with herself "for the first time in a long time"

Wales Online

HRT ‘may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease’ in millions of at risk women

Researchers found that HRT was most effective when given during perimenopause

Daily Mirror

Mum gives birth to giant baby weighing over 11lbs despite starting early menopause

A 41-year-old mum has given birth to a giant baby girl who weighed an enormous 11.1 lbs, despite doctors having told her that she'd started menopause early and didn't have enough eggs to become pregnant again

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump plans tour of presidential campaign events

After slow start, events aim at giving ex-president a narrative reset after being criticized for his ‘low energy’ and inactivity, sources say. Plus, how menopause can destroy mental health

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