Menopause and Women's Health at work
Menopause seminars
We offer group briefings facilitated by health care professionals who are experienced in women's health, covering:
- Understanding and managing the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause.
- Recognising the signs / symptoms of menopause and seeking support.
- Physical and mental symptoms and, more importantly, effective ways to manage these symptoms.
- We can help employers and employees navigate how to access healthcare, resources and support.
- We can discuss menopause in the work place.
- HRT - risks, benefits and types of HRT.
- Menopause and mental health.
- Sexual health and the menopause.
- Alternatives to HRT.
- Menopause myth busting.
Menopause consultations
- Well-Woman Consultations to review medical history, check general health, provide advice and recommend management and treatment on an individual basis. These consultations can be offered onsite if a suitable space is available or via confidential telephone / video consultation.
- Laboratory blood tests can be organised onsite or locally to employees, as can any ongoing referrals using private health insurance providers.
- Follow up consultations to review symptoms, ongoing management and review of medications if needed.
Key facts
- In the 1900's the age of menopause was 45 years old and life expectancy was 45 years old. In 2020, the average age of menopause is 51, but life expectancy is 82. More than 30% of a woman's life is postmenopausal.
- One third of the UK population is over the age of 50.
- 80% of women have moderate to severe physical menopause symptoms and suffer them on average for five years; 30% of women suffer for 10 years. 35% of women have no physical symptoms.
- 50% of women and 20% of men will sustain osteoporotic bone fractures in their lifetime.
- Oestrogen reduces osteoporosis in women.
- Oestrogen reduces women's risk of vascular dementia in later life.
- You don't always need blood tests to diagnose the menopause.
Common themes
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What we hear from women when they seek help.
" I need to be able to do my job, brain fog and concentrating are a real struggle"
"The lack of sleep is impacting so many other parts of my life" "I just don't feel like me anymore" "I have never been an anxious or worried person, I don't know where this has come from" "Every part of me has dried up!" "I have lost the motivation and energy I used to have" "My GP sent me away as I am too young" "My blood tests said I was fine but I don't feel fine" "I have started avoiding social occasions" "I think I may have dementia or something similar" |
What we hear when we have helped women
"Why has no one ever told me this?"
"I feel like me again" "I feel so much better...I am exercising more, socialising more and am motivated and positive about my future" "No one has ever talked to me about vaginal health and sexual discomfort, it was such a relief to talk about it" "I wish I had known about this 10 years ago" "We need to talk more openly about this as women" "I had no idea about the long term benefits to my health" "I thought I was going mad and cannot believe the difference" "I have no more sensations of cystitis now I have vaginal oestrogen" "I feel empowered to discuss and ask for what I need from my GP now" |
We treat the woman and their symptoms based on their individual needs not just on test results.
About us
Lexie Minter
I have been a nurse for over 20 years. I have worked in Accident and Emergency, Occupational Health, Midwifery and Primary Care. Women's health has been a career interest and a passion for me. Empowering women is fundamental to what I do as a clinician. I have extensive knowledge of the NHS and the Private sector which helps me navigate patients through the systems they can access. I firmly believe as a nurse my job is to provide individualised patient care and to advocate for my patients.
Qualifications - BSc Nursing, BSc Midwifery, Specialist qualification in Emergency Care, Independent Nurse Prescriber.
Top tips
I have been a nurse for over 20 years. I have worked in Accident and Emergency, Occupational Health, Midwifery and Primary Care. Women's health has been a career interest and a passion for me. Empowering women is fundamental to what I do as a clinician. I have extensive knowledge of the NHS and the Private sector which helps me navigate patients through the systems they can access. I firmly believe as a nurse my job is to provide individualised patient care and to advocate for my patients.
Qualifications - BSc Nursing, BSc Midwifery, Specialist qualification in Emergency Care, Independent Nurse Prescriber.
Top tips
- Vaginal oestrogen is like a facial for your vagina.
- It will take some time to get your dosage right and regular reviews will help to achieve the right balance.
- When using HRT, separate your Oestrogen and Progesterone initially so you can work out the combination that works for you.
Team
I am well supported by a Consultant who is a great resource and has extensive experience as a clinician.
