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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

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

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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

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

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

The Guardian - 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

The Independent UK

Government dismisses MPs recommendation for 'menopause leave' trial

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

Wales Online

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

The Independent UK

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.

Glasgow Live

'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

Manchester Evening News

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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

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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

The Guardian - UK

Not just hot flushes: how menopause can destroy mental health

Women are increasingly discussing the forgetfulness, anxiety and suicidal thoughts they have experienced as their hormones change in midlife. Why is more help not available?

Daily Mirror

Kourtney Kardashian updates fans on her IVF journey admitting 'energy' is back

Kourtney Kardashian has shared an update on her fertility struggles with her fans after giving up on IVF after it left her feeling exhausted and on the menopause

Wales Online

Middle-aged mum ditches boring day job to become an erotic novelist - after reading a few lines of Fifty Shades Of Grey

Stephanie Oram’s debut erotic novel has sold thousands of copies and became Amazon’s second most popular book for one day

Manchester Evening News

'I quit my job as a recruitment consultant to become a top-selling erotic novelist'

Stephanie Oram says she's 'just a random menopausal northerner' but her writing 'resonated with people'

Wales Online

Review: 'I tried the natural menopause supplement currently 25% off and it reduced my hot flushes'

Feel has launched a natural supplement aimed at women in perimenopause, menopause, and post menopause and readers can currently get 25% off to try it.

Dynamite News

Researchers Find How Women Burn Fat Even After Menopause

Women's ability to utilise fat as a fuel source is thought to be impaired by the oestrogen deficit that occurs after menopause. Read on for details:

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