For patients
Women’s Health Concern (WHC), established in 1972 and the patient arm of the BMS since 2012. WHC provides independent advice to inform and reassure women about their gynaecological, sexual and post reproductive health.
Quick links to online help and advice
- WHC factsheets and other helpful resources: evidence-based resources for women and their partners, regularly reviewed and updated.
- Menopause Wellness Hub: lay the foundations for good health through perimenopause, menopause, and the years to come.
- BMS TV: a series of short videos for both healthcare professionals and women and their partners.
Menopause: Giving you confidence for understanding and action
A series of factsheets on menopause and related issues, incorporating recommendations from both national and international guidelines.
The factsheets are evidence-based and are regularly reviewed and updated by the British Menopause Society medical advisory council, providing a trusted source of information for women and their partners.
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Menopause Wellness Hub
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Weight gain is common during perimenopause and menopause, and it often happens around the same time that people start HRT. But this doesn`t mean that HRT is the cause. In this video Dr Angela Sharma explains more.
There is no evidence that HRT itself causes weight gain. Some people may experience bloating or fluid retention with HRT, which can settle over time.
So what can help? A balanced diet, regular physical activity and resistance exercise can all support healthy weight and muscle mass. Looking after other menopause symptoms, including sleep problems, can also make it easier to maintain healthy habits.
Click the link in our bio for our Weight gain and menopause factsheet.
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On #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder: hormonal change can genuinely affect how you feel, and support is available.
If low mood is new, persistent or affecting daily life, it`s always worth speaking to your healthcare professional. They can help identify whether it`s linked to perimenopause, something else, or both.
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Almost 5.5 million women aged 45-60 are employed in the UK right now, many of whom are working through some stage of the menopause transition, whether they`re talking about it or not.
For some, it barely registers. For others, it affects concentration, confidence and whether they stay in their job at all. And it`s often work where symptoms feel hardest to manage, and hardest to raise.
Support doesn`t have to be complicated, but it does help to know what`s reasonable to ask for. Swipe through for the facts, and some practical starting points.
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Menopause care works best as a two-way conversation, and that`s much easier when you go in feeling prepared.
That`s exactly why Women’s Health Concern exists. Our full library of factsheets, reviewed by the British Menopause Society, covers everything from HRT and bone health to sleep, mood, surgical menopause and more. Everything we share is grounded in evidence.
Before your next appointment, take five minutes to read up on your specific concern. It can make all the difference to how confident you feel in the room.
Explore the full factsheet library using the link in our bio.
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If you`re starting continuous combined HRT (or tibolone), irregular bleeding or spotting in the first 4-6 months is common and it`s not usually a cause for alarm.
That said, it`s worth checking in with your healthcare professional if bleeding is heavy rather than light, lasts more than six months, or starts suddenly after a period without any bleeding at all.
Save this so you know what`s expected and when to get it checked.
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Hair can be a big part of how we see ourselves. So, when it starts to look or feel different, it can have an impact beyond what we see in the mirror.
Hair changes are something some women notice during the menopause transition, and more significant hair loss can be particularly difficult to deal with.
The good news is that menopause-related hair loss is not usually a sign that something is medically wrong. However, there are other possible causes of hair loss, so it`s important to seek advice if you`re concerned or if you notice other changes alongside it.
If you`re experiencing hair loss, our factsheet explains the possible causes, when to seek help and the options available.
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Gender Language Policy
Women’s Health Concern (WHC) recognises that patients have diverse gender identities. In our publications, literature, and other printed and digital materials, WHC uses the word “woman” (and the pronouns “she” and “her”) to describe patients or individuals whose sex assigned at birth was female, whether they identify as female, male, or non-binary.
As gender language continues to evolve in the scientific and medical communities, WHC will periodically reassess this usage and will make appropriate adjustments as necessary. When describing or referencing study populations used in research, WHC will use the gender terminology reported by the study investigators.
NICE menopause guideline – patient information
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Guideline Menopause: identification and management (NG23) was updated for healthcare professionals on 7 November 2024.
The guideline is designed to ensure that menopause or the time leading up to it is identified by healthcare professionals as early as possible, so that you get the support you need.
Support us
If you would like to make a donation to support the work of Women’s Health Concern, we would love to talk to you.
Please contact the WHC team using our website contact form and we will be in touch.
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