Menopause support: Health Shield expands its commitment to being a healthy and inclusive workplace [Video]

Health Shield Friendly Society has signed the Menopause Working Pledge. This commitment underscores their dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees, especially those affected by the menopause and their partners.

Menopause can bring about various physical and emotional changes, and symptoms can significantly impact a woman’s daily life, including work and overall wellbeing.  Research has revealed that 90% of women experience menopause symptoms and 10% end up leaving their job because of them*.

Peri-menopause and menopause symptoms

There are many symptoms associated with menopause and perimenopause, the period leading up to the menopause beginning. These can last for a decade or more.

Each woman’s journey is different and to support all women through their period of their live, The Menopause Working Pledge ensures each female employee feels empowered to ask for help if they need it.

Health Shieldhas also become accredited as a Disability Confident Employer Level 2 under the UK …