It was only a matter of time I guess before someone decided to see if the symptoms women experience as they transition thru menopause effects their work performance. As if women are not already discriminated enough in the workplace ... Do we really need studies like this Dutch one looking at "the impact of menopausal symptoms on work ability" that claims "Menopausal symptoms are negatively associated with work ability and may increase the risk of sickness absence"? I mean what were they thinking? That this is going to help women in the 40-60 age bracket obtain employment more easily? Or did they think this would... »
Health & Fitness
One Million Women Can’t Be Wrong
The Sydney Morning Herald ran an article reporting the results of The Million Women Study run by senior scientists at Oxford University in England. A total of 1.3 million British women, most aged in their 50s, were recruited to provide information about their life-styles, habits and health. In terms of menopause the study results tell us: Avoid hormone replacement therapy Women run twice... »
Is nail polish bad for menopause?
In an article in the Australian Daily Telegraph on menopause, menopausal women were advised to "try to reduce your exposure to chemicals and toxins, such as toluene and phthalates." Both chemicals are common components in nail polish. Toluene is be known to affect the nervous system, causing depression, headaches and nausea. Low to moderate levels of exposure can cause symptoms from tiredness to loss of hearing... »
Menopause – get a medical
If you are like most women, you rarely go to your doctor. Who has the time? In fact you might not have had a proper check up in years! If you are facing menopause then it is a good idea to have your "annual" checkup including pap smear and mammogram to not only find out if all is OK now but to... »
Giving menopause the heave-ho
If you plan to get pregnant, they tell you to get fit before you do then your pregnancy will be easier for you. Same goes for menopause. So when do you start? Talking averages, menopause happens at 51 which means you had your last period 12 months before that at 50. If the average transition time is 2-4 years then things could start... »