How can Menopause affect mental health?

Menopause and mental health: what you need to know While menopause is often associated with physical changes, the emotional and psychological effects can be just as significant. Many women experience mood swings, anxiety, and depression during this time, but there is support available. Here’s how menopause can affect mental health and what you can do…

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Menopause and Urinary Incontinence

Managing urinary incontinence during menopause As women enter menopause, the deciline in oestrogen can weaken pelvic muscles, leading to urinary incontinence. This common but often under-discussed issue can significantly affect quality of life. Let’s explore the connection between menopause and bladder control, and how you can manage it effectively. Why menopause affects bladder control Lower…

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Testosterone and Menopause

Understanding testosterone and its role in Menopause Testosterone is often thought of as a ‘male hormone’, but it plays a crucial role in women’s health too, especially during menopause. As women age, their testosterone levels naturally decline, contributing to lower energy, libido, and mental clarity. Here’s how testosterone therapy can make a difference for women…

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How to boost confidence during Menopause

Thriving through change: How to boost confidence during menopause. Menopause is often viewed as a challenging phase in a women’s life, filled with physical and emotional changes. It’s easy for confidence to take a hit during this time, but menopause doesn’t have to be disempowering. Instead, it can be seen as an opportunity to embrace…

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Bev’s Journey – from Housekeeper to Registered Nurse.

Beverley Pexman’s career at St Hugh’s Hospital began over a decade ago, a shift from her previous work in a supermarket. Seeking more fulfilling work, she ventured into the caring profession, initially in a care home before finding her way to St Hugh’s Hospital. She joined the team as a housekeeper, knowing it would be…

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