World Menopause Day

World Menopause Day – 18th October

Every year on 18th October, the world comes together to mark World Menopause Day – a time to raise awareness, share knowledge, and encourage open conversation about what menopause is and how it affects women’s health and wellbeing.

The theme for 2025 is Lifestyle Medicine, focusing on how everyday habits like healthy eating, regular exercise, better sleep, and stress management can make a big difference in easing symptoms and improving quality of life during and after menopause.​

What is menopause?

Menopause happens when a woman’s periods stop due to falling hormone levels. It usually affects women between the ages of 45 and 55, though it can happen earlier. Common symptoms include hot flushes, anxiety, mood swings, tiredness, brain fog, and irregular periods. Some women also experience changes in sex drive or joint pain.​

Getting help in the UK

There’s plenty of support available. The NHS offers advice and treatment options – from lifestyle tips and talking therapies to medication such as hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Many GP practices now have clinicians who specialise in menopause care, and local menopause cafés, support groups, and online resources provide safe spaces to share experiences and get advice.

By talking more openly and understanding the changes menopause brings, we can help every woman feel supported, informed, and confident through this natural stage of life.

Health Update with Dr Rosie