Every woman goes through menopause.

But most enter it silenced by taboo—not to be discussed, only endured.
Women are left without answers, families without guidance, and health systems without solutions.
Poor clinical training means her symptoms are often misdiagnosed or dismissed.
Data gaps limit policy and research.
And without access to care or resources, she disappears from the very systems meant to support her—especially in low- and middle-income countries, where invisibility is most acute.

The human costs of
inaction are immense

The menopause transition often begins in a woman's early 40s with perimenopause, impacting nearly every aspect of her life and creating ripple effects for those around her.
  • Around 75% of women experience menopausal symptoms, which can last 7–10 years or more and often lead to exhaustion and overwhelm.
  • Severe symptoms can cut income by up to 8% through absenteeism, lost productivity, and early retirement.
  • Stigma worsens stress, isolation, and feelings of shame.
  • Mental health is affected, with up to 45% of women experiencing anxiety or depression.
  • Ignoring risks like osteoporosis and heart disease leads to higher rates of chronic illness and disability.

The economic costs
are equally alarming

$150 billion

Annual global productivity losses

10%

Esimated workforce attrition

$1.8 billion

Absenteeism in the US alone.

Without international action, local and national responses will continue to fall short

  • Most national health systems lack dedicated menopause services, with fewer than 5% offering specialized care.
  • 70% of primary care providers report feeling unprepared to help women manage menopausal symptoms.
  • Menopause is barely covered in medical education—often less than one hour of training.
  • Only 4% of health R&D funding targets women’s health—and almost none of it focuses on menopause or midlife.
  • Women primarily rely on the internet and social media for menopause information, not their doctors.
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