The perimenopause and menopausal transition years generally occur during the 40s and 50s, which can coincide with a number of lifestyle changes and difficulties. These lifestyle changes can include dealing with day to day issues such as managing family life, elderly relatives, juggling a career…
Pause Live is the first-of-its-kind consumer event for education, advice, and support for women on their journey through menopause. The ultimate menopause event for women will be taking place at The Business Design Centre, London, on November 25, 2023. What’s on offer? The essential women’s…
Why does menstrual bleeding become heavier and irregular during the perimenopause? In this article Dr Patrick Bose, Hormone Health Associate and Consultant Gynaecologist, examines the menstrual cycle in greater detail and explains the reasons behind why periods become heavier and irregular during perimenopause and why…
Know Your Numbers Week is run by Blood Pressure UK, a charity dedicated to lowering the nation’s blood pressure to prevent stroke and heart disease. This year’s campaign will take place from 4-10 September 2023. The aim is to reach those who have high blood…
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) occurs when a woman’s ovaries run out of eggs before the age of 40 years. It is also referred to as premature menopause or premature ovarian failure but POI is the preferred term. If you are aged under 40 years old…
Low libido affects women of all ages, with a peak in associated distress around the menopause, becoming less prevalent in the 60s. In this blog post by Hormone Health Associate Dr Imogen Shaw, we will explore the effects of low libido and the treatment options…
The menopausal transition brings about a cascade of changes in a woman’s body due to the decline in oestrogen levels. While hot flushes and night sweats are commonly discussed symptoms, the impact on the skin is often overlooked. In this blog post, we will delve…
The Hormone Health June 2023 Newsletter is now available. Summer is finally here and we have lots of useful information to share with you to make the most of it, including the positive changes you can make to your diet for healthy skin in our…
Cervical Screening Awareness Week (19-24 June 2023) is an annual event run by Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. The aim is to encourage all women to have regular cervical screening and provide information and reassurance regarding any concerns about taking the test. Regular screening is important as…
As the days finally become sunnier and brighter and we can peel off the layers of clothing, we tend to become more aware of our bodies, our appearance and most definitely our skin. As we begin exposing our paler skin, we scrutinise our faces and…