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Thriving through Menopause

Whether you’re experiencing menopausal symptoms yourself or looking to support someone who is, these pages are here to provide guidance and resources to help.

Your mind and body will go through some significant changes before, during and after the menopause. For many, these changes can have a detrimental impact on daily life which can be extremely challenging and stressful. 

Everyone experiences symptoms differently so it vital that everyone has access to information to find the right support for them. 

If you are experiencing symptoms, it can be hard to navigate your way around and know where to go for help but please do reach out. You are not alone.  


A Conversation with Dr Hum, Local GP and Menopause Specialist

Dr Olivia Hum believes in holistic care which looks at not only the physical but also the psychological ways in which symptoms of the menopause can affect you. Dr Hum gave a talk on 'Menopause: everything you need to know' in October 2022 as part of our first ever Menopause Festival for Sussex staff. Watch the recording of this talk below.

Menopause in the Workplace Guidance

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHCR ) published their first Guidance on Menopause in the Workplace on 22 February 2024. In the guidance you will find some helpful explainer videos on:

Menopause and the Equality Act 2010

Making Workplace Adjustments and Preventing Discrimination

Having conversations about the Menopause

Menopause Friendly Employer

At Sussex, we are committed to ensuring everyone thrives through the menopause. And, as such, we have ‘Committed to being a Menopause Friendly Employer’ and are working towards becoming an ‘Accredited Menopause Friendly Employer’.