Black Women in Menopause
'Meno' General Menopause Resources
*This list is not extensive
The biology is the same, but most studies have not included marginalised populations such as black people – the last study in the UK was 2007. The sample consisted of 22 women aged 45 to 61 from a range of minority ethnic groups in Northampton. Only four identified as Black British.
There are other factors as well as the biological perspective. The assumption is we are all the same, just as many people believe that menopause is the same for all those who go through it.
There is a significant imbalance in the research when it comes to ethnicity in relation to menopause in the UK. We would like to acknowledge those who have written and continually write academically about perimenopause and menopause. As well as those who speak openly about their own experiences and those who have written books.
Above all though, know that you are not alone, and that there are others out there who will know and will be able to empathise with exactly what you are experiencing.
Here are some websites/ links to information about menopause. We do not have control over the nature, content, and availability of these sites. The inclusion of any websites/ links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.
This is the British Menopause Society site where you can find your nearest BMS-recognised menopause specialist (NHS or Private). You only need to enter your postcode.
https://thebms.org.uk/find-a-menopause-specialist/
NEW BMS Tool for Clinicians – Menopause in ethnic minority women
This site provides material and advice on the menopause which is evidence based and you can download various PDFs.
https://www.themenopausecharity.org/
This resource is known as ‘The Greene Scale’ and provides a brief measure of menopause symptoms. It can be used to assess changes in different symptoms, before and after menopause treatment.
https://www.menopausematters.co.uk/greenescore.php
This site provides up to date, unbiased and evidence-based information to help you navigate the menopause.
https://www.menopausedoctor.co.uk/
NHS Choice provides a general overview of menopause, symptoms and treatments.
NHS Choice – Menopause
NICE guidelines provide advice on the care and support that should be offered to people who use health and care services.
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng23/resources/menopause-pdf-718895758021
Daisy Network was created to provide support to people, along with their families and partners, who have been diagnosed with early menopause (Premature Ovarian Insufficiency POI).
https://www.daisynetwork.org/
These sites provide advice, support, and guidance about surgical menopause.
www.thesurmenoconnection.com and www.surgicalmenopause.co.uk
The Faculty of Occupational Medicine (FOM) is pleased to launch guidance on menopause in the workplace.
https://www.fom.ac.uk/health-at-work-2/information-for-employers/dealing-with-health-problems-in-the-workplace/advice-on-the-menopause
BS 30416: Menstrual and menopausal health matters in your workplace For the organizations that have started to recognise this deficit, BS 30416:2023 is designed to help them identify practical workplace adjustments and activities that reflect good practice for supporting employees who menstruate and experience peri/ menopause symptoms.
'Black and Beyond' Menopause Resources
*This list is not extensive