A 2019 BMJ study found that up to 14% of women took time off work during their menstrual periods due to symptoms such as heavy bleeding and period pain, with 3.4% reporting absenteeism almost every monthly menstrual cycle. Furthermore, over 80% found themselves less productive due to their period symptoms for 23.2 days a year on average. Unfortunately, period pain is incredibly common. Many might manage it with home remedies…
Category: Gynaecological health
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Why should reproductive health be a part of your mental health benefits?
Read moreCOVID-19 and the shift to remote working has catalysed the demand for mental health benefits – it is now a “must have” for employers in 2021. In fact, in a recent survey, 91% of respondents stated that a company’s culture should support mental health. It is no coincidence that mental well-being is included in how reproductive health is defined by the World Health Organisation, stating that “Reproductive health is a…
Menopause 101: The Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
Read moreKey takeaways: Menopause is confirmed after someone experiences no periods after 12 months in people who are over 45 years old and not using hormonal contraception. Menopause is a natural phenomenon; however, it can also occur as a result of surgical removal or damage to the ovaries. The average age of menopause is between 45 and 55, but a small number of people may experience it before this age. If…