Working Women Need Greater Menopause Rights
Women going through menopause should be given greater menopause rights and protection in the workplace, MPs say. The Women and Equalities Committee said a lack of support in the UK…
Paid Leave for Premature Births Relief for Parents
Parents could take up to an extra 12 weeks of paid leave if their child is born prematurely, as part of a new law. Both parents would qualify for one…
England Appoints Women’s Health Ambassador
England’s first women’s health ambassador is calling for “one-stop shops” where women can sort out their health needs. Dame Lesley Regan, also a practising doctor, wants to make it easier…
HRT is Not a ‘Lifestyle Drug’
Describing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as a “lifestyle drug” is ignorant, ill-informed and hugely depressing for all women who rely on it. But that is how some have responded to…
Measure Your Waist to Check for Dangerous Fat
People should be encouraged to measure their waist to check they don’t have too much dangerous fat around their middle, updated guidelines say. An adult’s waist should be less than…