Lifestyle
How oestrogen affects pain, and why menopause is a particularly vulnerable time
Washington Post: An estimated 52% of women in midlife experience chronic pain.
Latest from Menopause
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Millions of women are left out of menopause’s moment
New York Times: Women who can’t take hormone therapy say they're deeply frustrated.
Older adults are no longer staying in ‘empty shell’ marriages
New York Times: Rates of “grey divorce” have risen sharply over the past few decades.
Do women really need a menopause workout?
New York Times: Are menopause fitness programmes really helping midlife women stay strong?
Surprising ways menopause can affect your mouth
Washington Post: More than 40% of women report oral discomfort during menopause.
Why women are trying allergy drugs for period and perimenopause relief
NY Times: What scientists say about using antihistamines for hormone-related symptoms.
5 things gynaecologists want you to know about perimenopause
Perimenopause can be challenging, experts say, but "suffering isn't required".
When ADHD collides with perimenopause, everything can fall apart
Why midlife is a tipping point many women never saw coming
Why you can't blame menopause for midlife weight gain
Expert says menopause can set the stage for weight gain, but it's not a direct cause
The moment I realised my husband was having an affair
Telegraph: Marny's "whole world came crashing down at 48". Here's how she rebuilt.
‘Acne, body and facial hair’: Women warned against men’s hormone creams for low libido
An excess of Testogel damaged her patient's vocal cords, a doctor told the Herald.
Kiwi women are more likely to die of this disease than cancer. Here's what you can do about it
Your risk of heart disease increases after menopause.
'Step towards equality': Health advocate urges Pharmac to fund drug for women's libido
There are currently no testosterone treatments designed for women funded in New Zealand.
7 things all women should know about their heart health
New York Times: Cardiovascular disease kills more women than all cancers combined.
What menopause does to the body
New York Times: Experts say menopause symptoms extend far beyond hot flushes.
Thinking of breaking up with your partner? Read this first.
Advice from two menopause experts on everything you were too shy (or embarrassed) to ask.
The worst ages to drink alcohol, according to science
Over 65s face higher stroke risk as alcohol drives up blood pressure levels.
‘Women get gaslit a lot’: 10 menopause myths the experts can’t stand
New York Times: There are lots of misconceptions out there. These are the top offenders.
MenzShed revitalises historic dairy factory for community
Members raised $110,000 for renovations, independent of council contributions.
Chin hair, laundry, your opinion: Women in menopause don’t care
New York Times: How one woman's viral journey is reshaping menopause conversations.
Perimenopause is ruining my sleep - what can I do?
NY Times: Evidence-backed ways to address sleep issues associated with perimenopause.
Pharmac makes funding U-turn over patches for menopause treatment
Patients will be able to use one of two brands of HRT patch, but availability may vary.
Tips for managing changes to weight and health in menopause
How to navigate menopause: Weight, sleep, and feeling like yourself again.
Michelle Kasey: The surprising liberation in ageing and menopause
OPINION: Perimenopause is now a common theme in TV shows, films and books.