Menopause

Salute Madonna: defying the odds at 64. But what are the work choices for other women her age? | Gaby Hinsliff

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

Gaby Hinsliff

27, Jan, 2023 @6:00 AM

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’

Guardian community team

25, Jan, 2023 @4:04 PM

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

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

Zoe Williams

24, Jan, 2023 @2:11 PM

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

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

Jamie Grierson

24, Jan, 2023 @8:35 AM

Will we be able to look away from the mummy issues raised on Milf Manor? | Bidisha Mamata

The reality show in which mothers and sons live together and start flirting is weirdly kinky but also oddly natural

Bidisha Mamata

21, Jan, 2023 @4:00 PM

HRT ‘potentially important’ in reducing women’s dementia risk

Research suggests hormone replacement therapy may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s in some women

Andrew Gregory Health editor

14, Jan, 2023 @12:01 AM

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?

Gaby Hinsliff

12, Jan, 2023 @10:00 AM

Let’s stop whispering about menopause and reclaim ownership of our bodies | Sisonke Msimang

For too long women’s bodies have been shrouded in mystery and shame

Sisonke Msimang

22, Dec, 2022 @2:00 PM

Try to be gentle with yourself: things I wish I'd known before going into menopause | Alison Daddo as told to Svetlana Stankovic

Googling menopause throws up a host of negative messages, but there are powerful, positive things every woman should know

Alison Daddo as told to Svetlana Stankovic

21, Dec, 2022 @2:00 PM

Menopause remains taboo in most workplaces. This needs to change | Sydney Colussi, Elizabeth Hill and Marian Baird

It is both impractical and socially irresponsible to ignore menopause and its implications for our changing workforce

Sydney Colussi, Elizabeth Hill and Marian Baird

20, Dec, 2022 @2:00 PM

It’s never too late: how to live better with menopause | Natalie Parletta

The onset of menopause comes with a myriad of symptoms that affect many women differently. But even a difficult transition will eventually settle down

Natalie Parletta

19, Dec, 2022 @2:00 PM

Menopause shouldn’t be a secret or mystery, and you shouldn’t have to put up with it in silence | Svetlana Stankovic

This week we publish stories on how to live better with menopause, the impact it has on Australia’s labour market, alongside some personal experiences

Svetlana Stankovic

18, Dec, 2022 @2:00 PM