WellVet, the not-for-profit organisation which gathers, curates and hosts evidence-based wellbeing resources for veterinary teams, is calling on practices to run a menopause awareness day this month, which happens to be Menopause Awareness Month (not to mention World Menopause Day on the 18th).

WellVet suggests a variety of activities that practices might like to run, including coffee and chat sessions where everyone can sit together, have an informal chat and share experiences about the menopause.

That might provide a perfect opportunity for everyone to watch the WellVet animation which summarises the impact of the menopause on veterinary teams.

In addition, practices can use the free educational videos on the WellVet website to learn how the symptoms of perimenopause can be managed through lifestyle adjustments.

Alternatively you might like to just share the link to the WellVet Menopause Resources page with your team, allowing individuals to explore the information at their own pace.

Liz Barton, Director of WellVet, said: “Creating an open and understanding environment around health topics like perimenopause is crucial for the well-being of our teams.

“While perimenopause is a natural life stage, symptoms and long-term effects of hormonal changes adversely affect a significant portion of the workforce, yet it is a topic that is rarely discussed.

"There is growing interest from veterinary teams about how to start this conversation and provide peer support.

"We hope that by highlighting World Menopause Awareness Day, we can encourage colleagues in the veterinary community to take a moment to explore these resources to help individuals and foster a more supportive culture.”

https://www.wellvet.co.uk/resources/menopause-resources-for-veterinary-teams/

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