World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th October. But not just that, the whole of October is dedicated to raising awareness about menopause, breaking down taboos, and highlighting the support available to improve health and well-being during this transition. The 2025 theme is “Lifestyle Medicine,” which focuses on how diet, sleep, stress management, and movement can impact symptoms.
The menopause is a workplace issue which means that it’s a UNISON issue and locally, Sefton UNISON continues to campaign for better workplaces and better conditions for women in Sefton experiencing the menopause. Nearly 80% of menopausal women are in the workplace and Sefton UNISON in conjunction with Sefton Council are working to help employers understand the effects of the menopause. While everyone experiences it differently, 59% of women say their symptoms have had a negative impact on their work.
Our trained reps negotiate practical policies with employers to keep you healthy and safe, promote the benefits of a supportive and flexible environment, and help to protect you from discrimination.
There’s a host of useful information for everyone https://www.menopauseinfo.org/ and https://menopausesupport.co.uk/ – do talk to us at Sefton Unison if you’re having workplace problems through symptoms, policies or ignorance! We’re here to help all our members, whatever it takes.
Lifetyle Medication Postcard courtesy of International Menopause Society : https://www.imsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Lifestyle-Medicine-Postcard.pdf
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